As Keegan picked at the fishbone, he remarked, "Didn't we step in? Didn't Stella give her money?"Vermont's eyelid twitched. Wasn't that money coughed up by Blake Crosby because of the scheme he and Stella concocted? And they called that giving money?From the get-go, Stella never intended to simply hand over the money. He couldn't believe Keegan couldn't see that. They caught him red-handed, and he thought Keegan was going to argue with Stella, but unexpectedly, nothing happened.It seemed the incident at Mrs. Chapman's daughter's engagement banquet really stung Keegan. He really didn't want to meddle in the Crosby family's affairs anymore."If you don't care, can Aurora not care? What if she starts caring then? How will you deal with your wife?" Stella, who was originally talking to Felicity, suddenly chimed in, "Stop trying to sow discord over there."Weren't they discussing the script? How could she hear him when his voice was so low?Vermont turned to Keegan, who smiled and

Felicity blushed, her hand poised to strike, but Vermont grabbed it and pulled her into his embrace. "You know, when you dashed off after that fib the other day and Corbin Steven asked me about you, I instantly knew you were pulling a fast one. I didn't even recognize you. But back then, I just figured it was another ploy from some wannabe celebrity trying to grab my attention. With my looks and wealth, I attract quite the crowd."Felicity made a face of disgust. "Such a narcissist!"Vermont chuckled. "I've seen all sorts of tactics, but you're the first to greet me with a hug as if we've known each other for ages. I thought maybe it was because you were not exactly a heartthrob, so you had to resort to some unique methods to catch my eye."Felicity bristled slightly at the "not exactly a heartthrob" remark but was intrigued by Vermont's initial impression of her. Her curiosity piqued."I was intrigued, though. I thought, 'Let's see what else she's got up her sleeve to win me over.

The whole thing started when a tech blogger, @RisingHustuabourg, with millions of followers, replied to a comment on a certain platform.The comment was about the Vinci Rivera Group's upcoming product launch. They heard there was a tech breakthrough. The person asked when they would release the new product review video.@RisingHustuabourg's reply? "Not happening."The commenter pressed for an explanation.RisingHustuabourg was known for reviewing Vinci Rivera Group's products. Whenever they dropped something new, he'd make videos, write lengthy blog posts, and often tag Keegan, who was into it, even giving it a thumbs up.He even joked online that he was Vinci Rivera Group's unofficial promoter.So when he said, "Not happening," naturally, people were curious.His next reply? "I won't use products from someone who abandoned their biological mother, no matter how good they are. Tech might not have morals, but users do."That reply blew up. Marketing accounts started reposting it

Chandler's expression shifted subtly, his voice taking on a deeper tone. "It's not just about the facts anymore; it's about public perception! If you step onto that stage now, how many of those reporters outside are here for the product launch, and how many are here for your personal scandals? Are we hosting a product launch or a press conference for your personal affairs?""Uncle, the tickets for the launch were sold out over half a month ago. Are you suggesting that all these guests have clairvoyant abilities and bought tickets just to interrogate me?"Keegan chuckled, "Uncle, people aren't that bored, and I'm not that important. Anyone can give this presentation, but I indeed don't have a script. The performance metrics, research process, technical breakthroughs," he extended his slender hand, lightly tapping his temple with his index finger, "are all here. I can recount them all for you. I'm just afraid that, being older, you might forget on stage and end up making a fool of your

The pre-meeting interview was brief, and all the journalists were professionals; none of them mentioned the online news. It was Keegan's debut in the public eye, and for many journalists, it was their first encounter with him.It was astonishing to see the person leading the formidable team at the Vinci Rivera Group not only young and talented but also remarkably handsome. He outshone many celebrities in the entertainment industry, yet his demeanor was entirely different from that of a star. He exuded composure, reserve, and even a hint of subtle dry humor in his speech, which contradicted the rumors. When faced with professional inquiries, he responded fluently. Unlike previous occasions where questions were coordinated with the Vinci Rivera Group beforehand, this year's questions were collected online by journalists. They ranged from inquiries from professionals to the expectations of ordinary product enthusiasts. Keegan earnestly and substantively addressed each one.During the