The Ex Who Became His Obsession novel Chapter 45

Joseph had known since he was a kid th

the wasn’t the brightest guy around.

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Back when they were kids, Leonard told Joseph to grab the hair clip from Alyssia’s head, but being his clumsy sell, he ended up taking Milena’s by

mistake.

Alyssia then led Milona, who was tearful, and a bunch of angry little girls to chase Joseph down, corner him in the ladies‘ room, and give him a good brating

Leonard really couldn’t stand Joseph. He’d rather hang out with other friends than include him.

Fortunately, Joseph was loyal enough to keep watch outside the Clairmont Estate gate every day, reporting Alyssia’s whereabouts to Charlie Little by little, he managed to win back Leonard’s trust.

But in the end, it led to a major disaster.

Now, Joseph stood before Leonard, staring at the spiderweb–cracked phone screen. Once again, he thought he was really a hopeless case

It was the same news about Alyssia. When Rocco reported it, he got Leonard’s approval. But when Joseph did, all he got was Leonard’s fury

This was already the second time in just a few days that Leonard had smashed his phone right in front of Joseph.

After being dropped so many times, the phone seemed to grow stubborn–the screen stayed lit, and beneath the cracks, a glaring headline caught the myo.

[EXCLUSIVE: Vanguard Media entertainment reporter Alyssia’s failed seduction attempt on Archer, retaliates with fabricated scandals.

Rocco had already traced the source of the news. It was all orchestrated by Bright Orange Media, Vanguard Media’s archival,

Just as when Leonard previously sued Vanguard Media for defamation, Vanguard Media remained fiercely defiant, publicly declaring that their reporter had done nothing of the sort

if Archer wished to sue, Vanguard Media was ready to face him in court and would simply await the summons.

Moreover, they would countersuc Bright Orange Media for defamation and for damaging the reputations of both Vanguard Media and Alyssia.

Media was far more ruthless than Leonard ever was.

But Bright Orange Mer

They quickly published an exposé, laying out every sordid detail of Alyssia’s alleged scheme against Archer.

First, Bright Orange Media presented evidence from Archer’s camp, purporting to show that Vanguard Media had repeatedly and enthusiastically invited him for an in–depth interview, offering him carte blanche on the terms.

Since Archer happened to be in Elmbrook shooting a commercial and had some free time, he finally agreed, unable to resist their persistent invitations.

Vanguard Media then despatched Alyssia

However, upon arriving at the hotel, Alyssia immediately attempted to seduce Archer. After Archer sternly rejected her, a physical altercation broke out between the two.

Alyssia struck Archer on the forehead with a stun device before fleeing the scene.

Subsequently. Archer experienced severo physical distress, including dizziness and vomiting

Since Vanguard Media was a major player with significant influence in the national media industry. Archer didn’t dare risk antagonizing them and chose

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to swallow he anger over the incident

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Bright Orange Media, with Vangu spreading mali koja rumor at an act of art

backing, Alyssia bribed several young women to launch a large–scale

demanding comprivution from Vanmaent Media

| Alyssia for all damages mcurred and gathered evidence

jiet to land an interview with him.

ut was exactly how the

senymous note Leonard fint received defcribed it.

ng the hotel in a panic…

nomeren traces of suspicious dries in Alyssia’s blood, which cleared her name…

convinced that the one with sinider intentions all along was Archer,

had gone public through Bright Orange Media, mounting a fierce defense of his innocence.

ed Leonard to terminate Archer’s contract.

( the wall Archer seemed to have no choice but to desperately fight back, claiming innocence

Nor a moment” Rocco advised

last time we looked into it, we found out that the

family might be behind

fa word when it came to matters involving Alyssia. But now, he came up with such a bold suggestion.

Rocco wouldn’t have

sohened slightly, Joseph burned wit

nge fieu, he just ended up makin

ht only I were as sharp as Rocco, he thought bitterly

into a rage. He really wanted to ask Rocco for some advice, but he was afraid

Lakemoon. He told Joseph to i

eye on things, with his temper somewhat subdued, Ledard went

lits climax. Bright Orange dropped a bombshell, unveiling both a

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“Yes. That’s definitely her, the cleaning lady exclaimed

ued, “Are you absolutely sure?”

The reporter pressed,

“Absolutely Agel that beautiful–you only need to see her once to remember her forever. She was so stunning, honestly thought she was a celebrity.” the cleaning lady insisted.

Her glowing description actually sent the internet into a frenzy, with people eager to find out just how beautiful Alyssia really was.

But Joseph had a rare moment of brilliance. He gave all the major platforms a heads–up, strictly forbidding them from leaking any photos of Alyssia,

For reasons unknown, even Bright Orange Media kept her image under wag

Thanks to that, Alyssia managed to keep her mystique intact. But the next piece of evidence threw her into an even bigger crisis

The medicated patch was retrieved from the ventilation system. Tests revealed it contained dangerous levels of banned substances.

The toxic drug components disclosed by Bright Orange Media left Archer’s fans outraged and horrified.

By the time Leonard finished his business, both Vanguard Media and Alyssia had been cyberbullied to the point where police intervention was required.

Diana summoned Alyssia into her office. “Alyssia,” she demanded, “do you really have no solution for this? Just last night I was singing your praises to the other managers, and now you pull this on me?”

Alyssia countered softly, “Did I ever ask for your praise, Ms. Read?”

Diane was stunned for a moment. She had only just met Alyssia in person, not expecting her to be secretly a master of veiled sarcasm.

Her tone was gentle, so to the very core, and with that flawless face and those genuinely smiling eyes, it was almost impossible to believe she was actually throwine shade.

“So what now! Vanguard Media is still covering for you, but you can’t just do nothing. You know how vicious these fans are. Since Charlie’s keeping your photos under wraps, they’ve gone and photoshopped our company into a funeral parlor for you,” Diana added.

Archer’s fans were now replaying the same attacks they once used against Bright Orange Media. Only this time, they were going even further.

Alyssia didn’t even have a personal instagram account, surprisingly enough.

So her haters set up dedicated fan groups and trending threads, keeping both Vanguard Media and Alyssia at the top of the trending lists with their

Bitch, your damn company dead? Are your parents even alive? Are you some kind of walking corpse or a goddamn zombie?j

How dare she drug Archer and even scratch his face? If you’re that desperate for a man, there are plenty of tramps who’ll make you scream bloody murder. Do you think you deserve my Archer? Pathetic bitch)

Paying top dollar for any photos, phone number, 10, or home address of that bitch Alyssia |

Staking out Vanguard Media with sulfuric acid Let’s see if she still danes to seduce Archer. Just between us, I’m actually-

(That dearing lady said she’s pretty? She clearly ino Laste: Here’s proof. Alyssia is actually an ugly hag

Alyssia s haters somehow o

• dug up a random girl’s photo, photoshopped it into a grotesque caricature, and claimed it was Alyssia.

Then they scrawled all sorts of in

sults across the image in bright rod.

Diana just couldn’t believe Alyssia

ms of steel. There was no way she wasn’t affected at all

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Unless she actually had a guilty conscience and was too afraid to face the public.

Dan couldn’t contain her frustration “Where’s your backbone, Alyssia? I’m tearing my hair out over here.”

Alyssia locked earnestly at Duma and said, “Diana, we can call the police

Diana was practically gasping for breath.

Of course, the legal department was already handling the police report and cease–and–desist letters.

But what Diana needed to discuss with Alyssia right now was crisis PR management.

For a top three national media conglomerate to be publicly humiliated by a competitor, this wasn’t about justice anymore. It was a matter of profesional pride,

After A

Alyssia lett, Diana found an excuse and slipped over to Brianna’s office.

Diana said, “I’m sure of it now. She’s got nothing left up her sleeve. She can’t come up with any way to clarify the evidence Bright Orange Media put out. At this point, she’s just pinning all her hopes on the legal department.”

“Legal department?” Brianna crossed her arms. “By the time they finish all the paperwork, it’ll be too late. Just look at how far Vanguard Media’s stock hstanked today”

But instead of being angry, Brianna looked positively gleeful and smug. “Let’s see if Charlie can bail her out this time.”

Diana was just about to chime in when her phone rang. She answered in a hushed tone, “What is it? What-

Her voice suddenly erupted, “What did you say? Say that again. W–What happened to Alyssia?”

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