Chapter 843 Audrina was effectively blacklisted by the entire industry. Although Sylvia didn't say a word, Audrina’s fate was enough to warn anyone. Especially with her "instant noodle support" campaign, which had a very negative impact on fan culture that had already become somewhat abnormal in recent years. With her careful calculation, this bizarre and extremely damaging support not only seemed like a farce and joke but also violated the law.
Therefore, when the official Twitter account of "Peaceful Urgford" saw such a negative impact online, they directly released a tweet at midnight.
"Audrina has been arrested for fraud. The shocking ‘instant noodle support’ is suspected of raising more than 50 thousand.
Currently, Audrina has been approved for arrest on suspicion of fraud. For fraud less than 4 thousand will be punished with fines; for more than 4 thousand but less than 5 thousand will be subject to control; for 5 thousand or more will face three months imprisonment and an additional month added per increase of 1670; ten thousand or more will face six months imprisonment and an additional month added per increase of one thousand.” So it seemed that Audrina was going to spend one or two years in prison.
Late-night netizens who couldn't sleep immediately rejoiced.
"This scum actually dared to harm my Poppy! So trashy!" "Peaceful Urgford is really amazing! The speed at which they handled this matter is simply too fast." "Yes yes! | didn't expect Peaceful Urgford to be so awesome!" "Seek justice for Poppy! That's great!" "I knew it! Poppy would never deceive her fans." "Oh oh oh oh! | received my refunded funds!" "I received mine too!" "Haha, Audrina gave back all that money." Fans were celebrating.
This entertainment industry turmoil caused by the wrap party lasted only one night before reversing again and again.
It also made everyone in the industry understand clearly that Maskelyne Group's Poppy was cherished by her big brother and sister-in-law. If anyone wanted to mess with them in the future, they would have to think twice.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtOf course, many people began considering carefully what purpose Poppy served while others remained stubbornly angry all night long. Katie glared at her phone.
Why was Poppy so lucky to have someone to protect and support her all along? Even after the big scandalous incident, she was able to regain her popularity among the public. Not only that, but she also gained a lot from it.
Everyone was eagerly anticipating "The Beggarly Girl Is A Noble Lady," even famous film critics were rubbing their hands together in anticipation of seeing an early screening so they could write reviews.
Katie couldn't help but wonder why her own popularity wasn't as good as Poppy's. She was also in the entertainment industry and her family's Mcguire Group wasn't any worse than Maskelyne Group. Was it because she wasn't as pretty as Poppy? Or maybe her personality was bad? Her acting skills were terrible? Her albums didn't sound good? Katie felt very dissatisfied and angry because many netizens started making lists of female stars from truly wealthy families, their current status in the industry, and their future prospects.
She became infuriated when people compared her unfavorably to Poppy on these lists. They said that Katie couldn't compare to Poppy in any aspect.
Just when Katie began doubting herself, someone insulted her appearance saying she wasn't recognizable like Poppy or had a lively acting style like hers.
Katie was furious. Unable to sleep, she decided to go downstairs for some water, only to come across Kareem who had just returned from a business dinner with Carolyn following closely behind him. Carolyn was dressed in an elegant evening gown that highlighted her beauty even more than usual.
Kareem, on the other hand, was wearing a black suit that enhanced his scholarly appearance. Carolyn appeared relieved as she took off her high heels, having endured the discomfort of wearing them for hours at the event. The purpose of their attendance together was to seek potential investors for their company, as it had been struggling with financial issues due to poor cash flow management.
After a long night of dealing with cunning businessmen at the event, Carolyn was left utterly exhausted. As a result, she went straight upstairs as soon as they returned home, while Kareem stayed downstairs and had a chat with Katie.
Kareem took off his suit jacket and casually threw it onto the sofa. He looked up at Katie and asked, "You know about Poppy's situation, right?" Katie was taken aback, she did not expect Kareem to not go upstairs and instead talk to her about this matter.
She seemed to have found a spiritual support suddenly, her voice filled with grievances. "These people keep comparing me to Poppy and saying I'm not as good as her, they insult me terribly. Kareem, these people are so bad." The more she thought about it, the angrier and more aggrieved she became. "It must be Poppy who's trying to bring me down with her bought followers, just so she can mock me and elevate herself by stepping on me." She felt uncomfortable, but what made her even more uncomfortable was that Carolyn didn't comfort or care about her at all and went straight to bed.
Sure enough, Kareem still cared for her and knew how to show concern for her career in the entertainment industry.
With this thought in mind, she became increasingly repulsed by Carolyn.
Kareem comforted her for a few moments before standing up from the couch. "Get some rest and don't think too much about it.
I'l introduce you to some resources later on, and we'll definitely surpass her. If that doesn't work out, we can always invest in making our own movie at home. I'll find you a great production team to make you a star and bring you to the top." Katie looked at Kareem with tears in her eyes, deeply moved. She intimately held onto Kareem's arm and said, "Kareem, you're always good to me." Kareem walked upstairs with her, patting her head as they went. "You're my only sister, who else should | treat well?" Carolyn was completely unaware of the interaction between the siblings. After taking a shower, she discovered that her hair dryer was broken and opened her door to go to Katie's room to borrow one. However, she heard Kareem comforting Katie as soon as she opened the door.
She frowned and looked displeased at the siblings who were going upstairs together. "Kareem, you know very well what our company's situation is right now. There is simply no extra money to invest in Katie's film project. How could you make such a promise to her?" Kareem thought she was so tired that she had already gone to bed! The result was that Carolyn suddenly exposed his lies, and he couldn't help but feel ashamed. "Carolyn, | just wanted to find a way to raise some funds for Katie because she was so upset. If necessary, I'll invest my own money." "You're so immature!" Carolyn was really angry with Katie. She looked disappointedly at her little sister-in-law, whom she had always loved and spoiled. She never expected that Katie would misunderstand her so deeply.
"You're not young anymore. | hope you can be more sensible in the future and stop causing trouble for our family and company.
The company now is not the same as it used to be! You are still able to live like a princess because of me, because of your brother's sacrifice!" After saying this, she slammed her bedroom door shut.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThe more she thought about it, the angrier Carolyn became. Katie had never been scheming or cunning before, nor did she have any ulterior motives towards her.
She also cared about Carolyn very much.
But what Katie said just now shocked her greatly.
More than anything else though was heartache - how could such a good intention lead to such an outcome? The Mcguire Group was on the brink of collapse now; if it weren't for her... who knew what might have happened already...
Carolyn took a deep breath and lay down on the bed.
Outside the door, Kareem comforted Katie by saying. "She always brings up Lukas as if we were responsible for his detention.
Don't take it too personally; just go to sleep.” Katie was also angry. "Look at how she behaves! Lukas has gotten into trouble; nobody feels good about that but talking about him all day long makes people really annoyed. | think she's trying to morally blackmail us." "Never mind," Kareem continued adding fuel to fire. "She's just relying on herself having contributed something significant to this company? If | were in charge here, we'd already be making movies! Unfortunately..." "Kareem," Katie sympathetically glanced at him while yawning. "As long as you perform well enough Dad will appreciate you." The siblings then separated after returning back into their rooms.
Later on when he got back into his room again, Kareem couldn't help but smirk - this silly girl seems trusting him way too much.
He believed that given time, the Mcguire family would eventually fall into his hands.
Early next morning...
Fine drizzle fell from sky above while cold air permeated through everything around them especially since Christmas was coming soon which made streets filled with festive atmosphere where colorful lights hung everywhere.
Sylvia arrived early at the hospital, where she met with Mrs. Wright's attending physician. They discussed treatment plans and went over the results of previous check-ups. Upon receiving the results, Sylvia's face darkened, and she asked, "How could this happen?"