Chapter 535

The media quickly jumped on the story, turning it into a sensation. My past, once seen as a stain, was now being framed as a powerful comeback, while the embarrassing rumors were reworked as proof of my down-to-earth, authentic self. But only I knew what I had truly been like. Thankfully, it was the winners who got to tell the story. The mocking and sarcastic comments about me online started to fade away. I continued managing daily operations at Linden Group during the day, and in the evenings, I met with Teri to discuss the establishment of the new branch. At night, Logan and I set aside time for each other. We either went back to the Wood residence for a quiet home-cooked meal or found a scenic spot to enjoy a nice dinner and unwind. Our relationship wasn't intense, but it was steadily growing stronger. We had already started planning our vacation and working out the details of our engagement. At the seaside café, the soft sound of the piano filled the air as I sank into the co