Chapter 1331

“Mr. Farwell!”

At Farwell Group, the staff managing online comments noticed a shift in public opinion and hurried to Lucian for guidance.

Lucian glanced at the screen, his brow furrowing. The internet was awash with speculation about his relationship with Roxanne and criticism of Aubree.

“We didn’t do this,” the employee explained hurriedly. “We only released news about the Pearson family. The mention of the original spouse appeared out of nowhere. Should we try to influence public opinion again?”

Lucian dismissed the suggestion. “No need. Let it be. Find out where the ‘original spouse’ statement originated.”

The employee replied, guiltily, “I investigated, but the information was leaked from a virtual IP address untraceable to a physical network.”

Lucian narrowed his eyes, instantly recalling the previous incident involving Pearson Group’s computer malfunction. Even Farwell Group's top technicians had failed to identify the culprit. Could it be the same person? After all, this person had previously called Aubree an “evil woman” and was now fueling the “homewrecker” narrative online. The term brought Archie and Benny’s faces to mind, but he quickly dismissed the idea. They were too young. If the same person wasn't responsible, and his technicians couldn't trace the source in both instances, it was time for Farwell Group to consider new hires.

He composed himself. “Understood. Ignore this for now. Update me if the trend changes.”

The employee breathed a sigh of relief and agreed.

Soon, diverse opinions emerged online. One netizen wrote: “Let’s not speculate without evidence. Neither family has announced anything, right?” Another chimed in: “True. Remember, Mr. Farwell accompanied Ms. Pearson to the hospital and stayed with her all night. He wouldn't do that unless he truly cared.”

Benny, speechless and unsure how to proceed, since his father hadn't made an official announcement, furiously deleted pro-Aubree comments. But netizens continued posting, with some even changing their minds and supporting Aubree. He couldn’t keep up.

Suddenly, “Marriage Engagement Between the Farwell and Pearson Family” trended, marked with a large red “HOT.” Clicking revealed a shocking announcement: Farwell Group had canceled the engagement! The reason behind the Pearson family's downfall was, it claimed, shocking.

Benny was stunned.

Following Farwell Group's statement, posts about Lucian's love for Aubree subsided. A netizen even commented: “Rumor has it Mr. Farwell was with his original spouse at the hospital all night, not Aubree.” A blurry hospital photo and Aubree’s profile picture were attached for comparison. While the woman in the blurry photo couldn’t be definitively identified, she was clearly not Aubree.

One netizen wrote: “Even blurry, the original spouse seems prettier.” Another added: “Wow! I’ve been praising the original spouse. She’s gorgeous and perfect for Mr. Farwell!”

Public opinion did a complete reversal. Roxanne and Aubree were now starkly contrasted figures in the eyes of netizens.