The Circumstances of Cecilia

Nathaniel permitted no one inside the mansion, instructing Mason to station personnel outside. Entry was granted only in case of disturbance.

Elena lacked the time to attend to him; Orion Corporation was embroiled in fierce internal conflict. Her husband’s cousin, Adrian, had allied with long-standing shareholders, scheduling a meeting to oust Nathaniel as chairman. Niel's advanced age, coupled with failing health, despite his strong will, left him vulnerable. Rainsworth Group's fate, under the control of a blind man, left Elena surrounded by enemies.

The following morning, sensational news broke: Nathaniel and his wife's divorce filing had been rejected. The article depicted the once-powerful tycoon scorned and pitied. A video surfaced, captioned: "Nathaniel is just blind, not stupid"—Cecilia's words. The comments exploded. Some expressed heartbreak at Nathaniel's plight, others condemned Cecilia, questioning her worth without him. Many wondered about Stella, his first love, and her whereabouts, while others dismissed her as unsuitable due to past scandals. Netizens engaged in fervent gossip and speculation. A full video posting further fueled the debate; comments shifted as viewers witnessed Cecilia's pre-blindness divorce request.

Chapter 300: Consider the Circumstances of Cecilia

Vivian, witnessing the online vitriol, penned a fervent defense of Cecilia: "Are Cecilia's critics blind? Nathaniel never aided the Smith family during their downfall; his relationship with Stella was ambiguous even before their divorce. Don't let bias cloud your judgment. His blindness is pitiable, but he remains a billionaire. Does he truly deserve your pity? Has he truly shared his wife's hardships? You're worrying about a blind billionaire while consuming fast food. Are you all fools?"

Vivian's post unexpectedly trended, prompting widespread reconsideration of Cecilia's culpability. Public opinion shifted, with many now accusing Nathaniel of parasitism, exploiting the Smith family, and infidelity. His current predicament was deemed karmic retribution.

Elena sought to suppress the damaging news, but her adversaries ensured its continued prominence. Nathaniel's vulnerability—blindness and amnesia—left him defenseless against such attacks. His formidable past and numerous enemies seized this opportunity. Zachary and Darren, despite their desire to help, were powerless. Nathaniel's ruthlessness in suppressing competitors across Tudela limited their options. Zachary, lacking control over the Sinclair family, could only vent his frustration on Simon, a past adversary of Nathaniel.

In a Tudela psychiatric hospital, Stella, clad in a hospital gown amidst fellow patients, erupted in laughter upon seeing the news.