Chapter 228: Chapter 228

If the photos were sent to the paparazzi, they’d make the headlines now, and Vera Yates would be in deep trouble. By then, all her virtuous girl images would be utterly destroyed.

The assistant didn’t think twice and pulled out her phone, secretly opening the camera. She found a hidden spot, where no one else could see, and snapped a few pictures furtively, then switched it to video mode while no one was watching.

As she recorded Vera Yates hurling vile insults, the assistant’s eyes glimmered with spite, thinking to herself that Vera would finally fall into her hands someday. Vera would never have guessed it was her doing, right?

A crisp slapping sound echoed, and the assistant jolted, staring in shock at Tina, who had been slapped inside.

Vera Yates, wearing high heels, stomped on the woman’s foot, causing her to let out a pained grunt.

Watching the woman’s agonized expression, Vera’s eyes gleamed with satisfaction.

"See, I really have no other option in this case, so you must behave yourself, alright? Don’t do things that would upset me. Seeing you pains my heart."

"Miss Vance... I really know I was wrong. I’ll be more careful with makeup next time," the makeup artist replied, her cold sweat streaming, aware that she couldn’t possibly oppose Vera Yates’s influence.

Hearing the woman’s answer, Vera nodded with satisfaction and stepped back. Looking at the finger marks on her face, she continued, "You must know my influence too. Even if you expose it yourself, no one would believe you. So behave, and we can all continue to make money together, got it?"

Trembling, the makeup artist tried hard to endure the pain without screaming, but her pale face betrayed her.

The assistant quickly put her phone away and got back to work.

In the past few days, the assistant had secretly taken many such photos. When finished, she’d send them to Sienna Quinn at night or during break times.

"Ding!" Sienna Quinn had just finished telling Chloe a story and put her to sleep. She received a text message, quietly tucked Chloe in, and sneaked out of the room.

Sitting on the living room sofa with her phone, a smile crept across Sienna’s face as she viewed the message, feeling a surge of inexplicable satisfaction.

Sienna casually dialed a number, "I have a big scoop for you. How should you thank me?"

"Really? As long as it’s big news, I’ll thank you however you want. Once I get the bonus, I’ll treat you to a meal."

"Great, then get ready to treat me," Sienna said triumphantly, ending the call. She sipped the water before her, thinking, "The show is just beginning."

Anyone daring to mess with her son should have known better; some lines should never be crossed.

Evan Quinn was Sienna’s lifeline, and since Vera dared to target him, Sienna wouldn’t hesitate to strike back early.

Sienna initially thought of taking gradual steps, but now realized Vera would never give her the chance.

Since Vera sought a swift defeat, Sienna saw no reason to be merciful.

"That venomous woman!"

"Miss Vance, check the news immediately." A call came through just as Vera Yates woke up.

"What is it? Are you working so early? Alright, let me have a look first," Vera replied, still half-asleep, annoyed by the disturbance. Chapters first released on noᴠelfire.net

One glance, and Vera was taken aback; her name was plastered all over the headlines along with numerous photos from some tabloid. The shock wiped out any trace of drowsiness. Surely it’s that day causing such issues.

The phone’s screen blatantly displayed, "Vera Yates assaults employee, suspected labor law violation."

Vera leaped out of bed, puzzled at how such a problem arose. Who could be behind this? The photos were candid, and it seemed her carelessness provided an opening for others.

Nervous, Vera paced around her home, unsure of what to do. Going to the company would subject her to a barrage of public scrutiny. Confused and not wanting to act rashly, she feared further harm to her company.

Pacing back and forth, Vera finally decided to call Landon Lawson for assistance. After all, publicly, they were still seen as a couple, and such issues posed significant risks for both Landon and the Lawson Family’s company.

"Hello, Stephen." Vera’s tone was soft yet maintained its usual flirtatious hint.

"I’m aware of the situation. I’m trying my utmost to resolve it. The issue seems to be an internal threat. Don’t worry, head to the company and find the perpetrator first."

Landon knew Vera would call; upon seeing the news that morning, he’d already been working tirelessly to fix things, having no time for Vera.

"Alright," Vera replied.

Realizing she’d caused trouble, Vera felt Landon might not want to be bothered further by her. Any more words might only add to his troubles.

Vera surmised someone orchestrated the incident, though she was unaware of her company’s mole, but was certain Sienna was the mastermind.

Numbers on the call logs weren’t dialed randomly. With the news burst, everyone was buzzing and calling Vera.

Seeing Vera’s unyielding demeanor as the story unfolded, she failed to immediately attribute it to Sienna’s actions.

As time crawled by, the online uproar grew, with Vera’s brow furrowed, sitting in the company. Soon, her agent rushed in, eyeing Vera judgmentally.

Her agent, knowing Vera well, understood that with Vera’s exposure, trust in her agency waned among the public, rendering company reassurances ineffective.

"So it really was Vera Yates. I used to wonder how long someone like her would last; didn’t expect it’d be this quick."

"Indeed, didn’t see it coming. Vera Yates might be finished."

The buzzing chatter reached the agent’s ears. Upon arrival, she opened the office door to find Vera inside, her expression grim.

Didn’t expect Vera to still show up in such circumstances.