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Chapter 6

Author: Triple Threat
Radio silence fell over the venue. Then, a torrent of hushed whispers erupted as everyone's gaze converged on Mr. Hawthorne. A kaleidoscope of emotions flashed across his face in a split second—utter bewilderment, profound shock, burning guilt, and ultimately, blinding rage.

"Who played that? Turn it off! Turn it off right now!" He slammed his fist onto the table, any trace of his usual composure completely gone from his voice.

The technician in charge of the equipment fiddled with the machin
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    Radio silence fell over the venue. Then, a torrent of hushed whispers erupted as everyone's gaze converged on Mr. Hawthorne. A kaleidoscope of emotions flashed across his face in a split second—utter bewilderment, profound shock, burning guilt, and ultimately, blinding rage."Who played that? Turn it off! Turn it off right now!" He slammed his fist onto the table, any trace of his usual composure completely gone from his voice. The technician in charge of the equipment fiddled with the machine, but the tape had already run its course. It was pointless to turn it off now.Right then, Ms. Waverly, who hadn't uttered a word, rose to her feet. After shooting daggers at Mr. Hawthorne, she said quietly to her entourage, "The signing ceremony is postponed. We will notify you of a new date later." Even though she was soft-spoken, her words carried perfectly across the room. Mr. Hawthorne immediately panicked. He rushed toward her. "Ms. Waverly! Ms. Waverly, I can explain! This is a gra

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