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Chapter 60
Chloe immediately picked up her phone and opened Twitter. Her expression turned colder by the second. The editorial assistant Zoe cautiously approached her. "Chloe, is what they're saying online true?"
Others gathered around, their curiosity palpable.
"Chloe, is your mom really Ann?"
"I heard you were there when your mom killed your dad?"
"Chloe, you've never really talked about your family or parents..."
"Everyone, stop. None of this is Chloe's fault."
Linda walked over, her face full of concern. "Chloe, are you okay? Don't let the online stuff get to you. Your parents' lives don't define yours."
It sounded like comfort, but it only confirmed Chloe's unfortunate connection to a dark past.
Chloe turned off her phone and looked up. A smile played on her lips, though her eyes were chillingly cold. "Linda, was it you?"
Linda's expression turned to one of shock and hurt. "Chloe, what are you talking about? I only found out from the news, too."
Chloe's smile deepened, her gaze even colder. "It better not be you, or you know what I'm capable of."
As Linda tried to explain, Tony walked over, his face solemn. "Chloe, your family's situation doesn't concern you, but this has really blown up. The public backlash is severe, and I have to consider the impact on thework. We'll have to give Linda the prime-time host spot for now until this blows over."
Chloe smiled calmly, maintaining her dignity and grace. "Okay, I'll follow your orders."
Tony breathed a sigh of relief. "You probably haven't taken a vacation in a while. Take a week off to rest."
Chloe left thework and headed straight back to Greenpeace Estate. She went straight to Connor's study, where the light was on.
Connor was sitting at his desk. He had clearly taken a shower and changed into a set of grey pajamas He stared at the computer, deep in thought, while his slender fingers scrolled the mouse. His handsome face was expressionless.
'His hands are truly beautiful.' That was Chloe's first thought.
Chloe walked in, her high heels clicking on the floor, and boldly sat on Connor's lap. She leaned into his ear and took a sniff. "What shampoo did you use today? It smells so good."
Connor's arms naturally encircled Chloe, drawing her closer. He watched Chloe, bundled in his arms. She looked seductive and relaxed, and his eyes darkened. "Feeling upset?"This content belongs to Nô/velDra/ma.Org .
Connor had noticed something was off the moment Chloe appeared at the door.
Chloe looked up and lightly bit his Adam's apple. "Yes, so I need some comforting."
Normally, at this point, Connor
would have taken control. But today, he caught Chloe's wandering hand, which was causing mischief under his shirt. "Is it because of the posts online?"
Chloe was surprised and chuckled. "The very busy Mr. Connor has time to surf the inte?"
Connor wrapped one arm around Chloe's waist and used his free hand to open the computer on the desk. "I've found out who posted it. Take a look."
Chloe was surprised and then turned
her attention to the computer. On the screen was a video of a woman wearing a baseball cap, posting online from a café. The content she posted was the top trending topic.