Chapter 383 - THE EVENT (2)

As soon as Hailee got out of the car, she saw the news hunters who started aiming their cameras at Hailee ferociously and throwing questions that could almost be said to be a little rude and uncomfortable to Hailee's privacy.

Meanwhile, Barry and Pyro as well as ten other bodyguards stood around Hailee and Candice to protect them both from the attacks of the reporters.

"How do you feel about the affair between your husband and Giana Dawson?"

"Does your husband admit that the affair ever happened?"

"How are you dealing with this?"

"Will there be a divorce lawsuit later?"

"Did you know that Giana Dawson would also attend this event?"

"Have you met Giana Dawson yet?"

These were just a few of the questions Hailee could hear on her way into the building.

Of course, because so far neither the PR companies from Tordoff nor Ramon have been willing to speak out on this issue, the journalists could not get any sources of information.

While Lexus Tordoff or other members of the Tordoff family were very difficult to find, they would always be surrounded by at least six bodyguards.

Therefore, the news circulating so far was just some wild assumptions made by the journalists to create some hype based on their respective points of view.

So when they got the news that Hailee was coming, the reporters went crazy, especially since Giana Dawson would also attend the event.

But, neither Hailee nor Giana, wanted to answer those questions…

Maybe they thought wrong, because now when she was at the top of the stairs and saw the reporters clustered a few steps below, heavily guarded by the bodyguards, Hailee stopped and turned around to face the reporters.

Immediately the reporters fell silent, so they could hear what Hailee had to say, while their camera lenses were only focused on the face of the girl.

"My husband cheated on me?" Hailee asked with a smile tugging at the corners of her lips. She didn't seem bothered at all when she said that and the people there who saw it were quite impressed with the confident vibe Hailee exuded.

"Yes, Ramon Tordoff was in a relationship with Giana Dawson for two years." One of the reporters said in quite a loud voice.

"Where did you hear something like that?" Hailee asked in a firm voice, she didn't scream. But, they could hear her voice quite clearly.

"There are reliable sources to back that up." The same reporter told Hailee.

They thought Hailee would finally admit the affair, but unexpectedly, Ramon Tordoff's wife laughed softly, as if what they said was something funny.

"Get back to me if you guys have other evidence besides some words from that 'reliable source'," Hailee then added. "Besides, even if it's true, the word cheater is not appropriate for my husband. Didn't Ramon at that time not have a partner? Ramon at that time wasn't even married to me. So, how could you say he had an affair?"

A buzz of voices from the reporters rose immediately as they realized that what Hailee said was reasonable.

Ramon at that time was alone, while Giana was the wife of Aidan Smith. Although the act cannot be justified, the word 'cheater' is more appropriate for Giana.

And before Hailee entered the building, she added again. "Don't assume things, you think someone like Ramon Tordoff would have such an affair?"

And Hailee's last question made reporters think and question it again.

When the reporters' unrelenting bombardment comprising a new set of questions started again, Hailee just waved her hand and smiled sweetly at them, before she finally turned around and walked into the building right when a new performance seemed to be starting.

On the other hand, Candice couldn't help but stare at Hailee's actions, how could a girl whom she knew as a sweet and calm person, could make such a simple statement that had such an impact...

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In a majestic room with precious stones of various sizes and types beautifully displayed in eye-catching glass cases, Giana walked over to a figure she knew well.

Hailee.

The girl didn't notice her presence even until Giana got close enough to her and Pyro restrained herself.

Inside this exhibition room, they were only allowed to bring one bodyguard, while the others had to wait outside the event hall.

Of course, when he saw Giana being dismissed, her bodyguard stood in front of the woman until Pyro had to face Giana's bodyguard who was very large.

"There's no need for this," Giana said calmly. "I just wanted to talk to her."

The words Giana said caught Hailee's attention and made the girl turn around and find Giana standing not far from her.

"Long time no see," Giana said with a mocking smile tugging at her lips. Hailee knew that kind of smile all too well and looked less offended.

"It's okay," Hailee said while touching Pyro's back, but the bodyguard didn't move, he looked at Giana's bodyguard right in the eye.

And even though Giana's bodyguard was much bigger, of course people would be able to see that Pyro was much more agile in combat.

"Pyro," Hailee called his name and made the man walk backward, but not too far.

Of course Pyro wouldn't leave Hailee out of his sight, no matter what this woman said.

Because after all, he knew what had happened between Hailee and Giana, and the fact that Giana was involved in the previous case was what made Pyro swear that it wouldn't happen a second time.

And after Pyro retreated, Giana's bodyguard did the same, leaving Giana and Hailee face to face, while Candice was seen standing behind Hailee with a slightly worried expression.

"So?" Hailee raised an eyebrow, crossing her arms in front of her chest. "What do you want? Is there something you want to tell me?"

Giana looked at Hailee sharply, Hailee's clothes that were in the brilliant shade of red really had a tremendous effect.

The young woman looked much more mature, classy and elegant, making Giana even more furious when she was around her.

The red color that Hailee wore seemed to intimidate the person she was talking to, but Giana had far more experience, to be intimidated by Hailee.

"I just wanted to ask how you are," Giana said, glancing behind Hailee. "I see you didn't come with Ramon, but instead with your girlfriend." She smiled very sweetly, showing how much she despised and belittled Hailee.

"Why?" The smile on Hailee's lips didn't fade at all. "You still want to find a chance to meet Ramon after the news you spread yourself?"

"But it's not a lie, the news is true. Ramon was with me for two years." Giana smiled proudly.

"I didn't say you were lying." Hailee shrugged. "Because what I'm going to say later isn't a lie either."

Giana frowned slightly at what Hailee was about to say and very kindly, Hailee informed Giana about a few things.

"What about your addiction?" Hailee asked while giggling amused, which made Giana freeze. "Will anyone still listen to the words of an addict?"

Giana balled her fists and clenched her jaw with anger rising in her head. "The truth will always be the truth, you can't deny my affair with Ramon just because I'm an addict."

There was nothing for Giana to hide anymore, because she already knew that Ian was Hailee's best friend and there was no way this woman was completely blind about what had happened to her.

"I'm not denying it," Hailee said calmly.

"But that's not what you told the reporters earlier," Giana smiled sarcastically.

"Oh, Giana," Hailee sighed, shaking her head as if she felt sorry for the woman in front of her. "Don't you know that we always have two faces? You think you're the only person who can manipulate the mass media? I can also lead public opinion. Do the drugs make your brain dull?" Hailee asked with a face that showed that she didn't mind continuing this 'discussion' further.

But, before Giana could reply to Hailee's sharp words, an announcement could be heard, informing the invited guests that the highlight of the evening was about to take place.

"I didn't think you would become an addict." Hailee gave Giana a condescending look, making the woman even more furious. "How worthless are you? Tsk tsk tsk…"

After saying that, Hailee turned around and took Candice by her arm before following the people who were changing rooms to enjoy the highlight of the evening.

As for Giana, she was walking in the opposite direction, she needed to calm down.

"You don't have to follow me!" Giana exclaimed angrily. Her hands trembled as she snapped at her bodyguard. "I'm just going to the toilet for a bit."

After saying those words in a harsh tone, Giana walked hastily into the toilet and took the booth furthest from the entrance.

In the cubicle, Giana took out a small roll of paper which contained white powder and took a deep breath.

Giana clenched her jaw tightly. She hated herself for doing this, but she also couldn't handle herself well when she wasn't using this 'stuff'.

Giana took a deep breath and let the effects of the drugs work, while clenching her fists tightly.. She then slammed her fist against the wall hard.