Chapter 256

Suddenly, the classroom and hallway buzzed with activity, as the other party's revelation coincided with the end of class, filling the space with people. Everyone debated the truth of the other person's claim. During this time, Ophelia enjoyed a stellar reputation at school; many male and female classmates viewed her as a goddess, completely unwilling to believe she was capable of such actions. However, this candid photo near City Hall seemingly confirmed Winford's marital status. As for Ophelia, she had never claimed to be married.

“What if she was just being discreet? What if she's actually the wife of a big shot who obtained a marriage certificate?” Someone clung to this last glimmer of hope, defending Ophelia.

Immediately, someone nearby scoffed, retorting, “Come on! While we don’t know the big shot’s exact status, our principal treats him with the utmost respect, indicating he's definitely influential!”

“People of their status marry equals. Although Ophelia is a Miss Greene, honestly, she simply isn't qualified to marry him!”

“Yes, and if I were in her shoes, married to a big shot, how could I resist showing off? Ophelia never boasted; when others referred to the big shot as her ‘boyfriend,’ she never contradicted them. Doesn’t that say something?”

In short, while many believed Ophelia, several harbored jealousy toward her. Once they had something to use against her, how could they let it go? They celebrated as if it were New Year's, quickly posting everything on the forum.

Being kept by someone is already frowned upon; being kept by a married man is even worse! Even now, his legitimate wife has sent someone to the school! If the matter were true, Ophelia would be disgraced. Previously, they’d often envied Ophelia for having such an excellent boyfriend who adored her. Now, they finally felt relief.

Not far away, Stella watched, a satisfied smirk playing on her lips. She was pleased with the development; her only regret was not being able to contact the mysterious wife directly. Otherwise, if the wife appeared in person, Ophelia, the seductress who tempted another’s husband, would have faced a far worse fate.

Suddenly, her phone vibrated. Stella looked down; it was a message from the “butler” she had personally hired. The other party played their part well. Considering Ophelia's impending disgrace, Stella contentedly paid the final amount. She paid little mind to the fact that they spent money to hire a temporary actor to play the role of the big boss's legitimate wife's housekeeper.

Anyway, the big shot had a wife. If anyone doubted the housekeeper was fake, they could investigate; they would discover the big shot was indeed married. At that point, who would doubt the housekeeper wasn't sent by the legitimate wife?

As the forum exploded with activity, Lucy and Lenora learned of it. Seeing the distorted comments, Hannah remained calm, but Lucy and Lenora were furious.