Chapter 159

As Howard sped toward Evergreen Manor, Megan quietly scrolled through the news alerts on her phone. "Will this cause you any trouble?" Jimmy asked, his voice laced with concern. As the CEO of an entertainment company, Jimmy was no stranger to gossip and scandals. Besides, he was single and had little to fear. But for a woman, it was different. A single rumor could tarnish a reputation, even when both parties knew their relationship was purely platonic. Not that Jimmy's thoughts about her were always entirely pure. But he was a man of principle. He had never crossed the line or acted in a way that could be misconstrued. Whether at the hospital, at Ferrell Entertainment, or during their social dinners, he had always maintained a clear boundary of work and friendship. Seated beside him, Megan shook her head. "It's fine. I'll just release a statement," she said, her fingers already tapping across the screen. "And besides…" Her gaze remained steady. Compared to her mutually beneficial