Chapter 304

Linda hung up the phone without a word, leaving no room for further discussion. A sense of unease gnawed at Natalie. When the second and third calls came through with the same dismissive excuses, she knew something was seriously wrong. The three major media outlets she had lined up, along with two independent editors and the talent agencies opposing Bethany, had all backed out overnight. As she wondered who could be behind this sudden shift, her phone rang again. This time, Natalie didn't wait for the person to speak. "So, you're pulling out too? I get it—someone's told you to back off. But I need to know—who's behind this?" "Ms. Lopez, it's simple. You want to expose Bethany, but do you really not know about her connections? Haven't you heard who she used to be signed with? Or who her ex-boyfriend is? "Sure, Bethany and her former agency seem to have parted ways, but whenever she's in trouble, they always step in. Clearly, there are still some lingering feelings there." "Alri