The grand ballroom of a five-star hotel in the city center buzzed with dozens of media personnel. Cameras, microphones, and reporters from major TV stations and online news portals had been waiting for over an hour. The invitations, sent out by William’s team, announced a press conference by Evelyn addressing the rumors that had plagued her over the past few weeks.
When the doors opened, Evelyn entered, flanked by William. She appeared composed in an ivory-white blazer, her hair neatly tied back. Behind them, William’s legal team followed, carrying stacks of documents and medical reports to be distributed to the media. Camera flashes lit up the room instantly. “Ms. Evelyn, is it true you have HIV?” “What’s your response to Julian’s accusations?” “Is it true you’re taking legal action?” Evelyn raised her hand, signaling for silence. Within seconds, the room calmed. “I stand here t