Unexpected Fiancée novel Chapter 88

Chapter 88: Counterattack (Part One)

The night was eerily quiet as Jane lay on the sofa, her gaze fixed on her phone screen. The online uproar had only intensified since morning, with people hurling insults and threats at her. Some trolls went as far as wishing the same fate upon her as she allegedly did to Monica.

The anticipation for tomorrow's live broadcast was palpable. People were eager to hear the victim's testimony, armed with virtual stones, ready to attack Jane once her alleged wickedness was confirmed.

Jane pursed her lips and muttered, "Tomorrow can't come soon enough."

Her phone rang, and she saw that it was Anthony calling.

"Ada, I've completed the assignment you gave me. Check your email; I've sent it already," Anthony reported over the phone.

Jane nodded with satisfaction. "Thank you."

"No problem. Monica is playing with fire. She won't be prepared for what's coming!" Anthony sneered.

"Ada, don't let them go!"

Jane chuckled and responded, "Do I look like a pushover to you?"

Though her voice was calm, the underlying resolve sent shivers down even the bravest of spines.

"That's what I'm talking about!" Anthony exclaimed. "It's a piece of cake for Ada to slay her enemies!"

"Don't flatter me, boy," Jane quipped.

After ending the call, Jane was about to check her email when she heard a voice from the door.

"Who was that on the phone?"

Jane looked up and saw Patrick leaning against the doorframe, wearing a faint smile.

Jane was taken aback. She distinctly remembered locking that door. How had he entered without making a sound? How much of her conversation with Anthony had he overheard? It didn't matter, though. She hadn't said anything inappropriate.

Jane sat up and inquired, "Why are you here? I remember locking that door."

Patrick stepped into the room with a smirk, saying, "This is my house, remember?"

Jane sighed in defeat. "Fine..."

Patrick walked to her and sat down with his legs crossed.

"Have you seen the latest viral post? I heard that Monica will have a live interview tomorrow."

Jane confirmed, "Yeah, everyone is talking about it online."

"Aren't you afraid?" Patrick inquired.

"Why should I be? I'm innocent!" Jane sneered. "A clear conscience fears no accusation. The liars are the ones who should be afraid, isn't that right?"

The reporters collectively breathed a sigh of relief. They had been wary of offending Patrick, so Melissa's statement put their fears to rest.

With the spotlight now on Monica, another journalist asked, "Miss Betsy, I understand this might be difficult, but can you tell us what happened at Lover Lake on that fateful day? Many people are eager to know the truth."

Monica, with her pale face, began to recount the events. "First of all, I want to thank you all for your concern."

She clutched her chest and continued, "On that day, my friend had canceled our plans to have fun at Lover Lake, leaving me to wander alone. I crossed paths with Jane near the lake, and she started hurling insults and death wishes at me. I tried to walk away, but she pulled me back and pushed me into the lake. As I struggled to stay afloat, Jane taunted me, telling me to die."

Monica wiped away her tears as she concluded her account.

Another reporter inquired, "Why do you think Jane pushed you into the lake?"

Monica's tears flowed as she replied, "I'm not sure, but it might be related to a grudge she holds against me. During my time at Pansy Group, Jane was envious of me, and I thought it was just a simple dislike. I never expected she harbored such hatred that she wanted me dead. I'm not a good swimmer, and I fought with all my might to stay alive. I cried out for help, but Jane just stood on the shore, yelling at me to die faster."

Melissa chimed in, "Yes, that's true. My classmate and I witnessed how Jane pushed Monica into the lake."

The lead reporter said to the camera, "And there you have it, viewers! It turns out the speculations and tidbits of news were indeed accurate. Jane intentionally pushed Monica into the lake. Criminals like Jane shouldn't be allowed to roam freely. We believe that the long arm of the law will catch up with her soon."

The audience applauded these words, showering Jane with harsh criticism.

At that moment, Jane entered the ward and overheard the reporters' comments. Holding her head high, she walked into the room, looking at Monica calmly.

Monica's statement had just given Jane the perfect opportunity for a counterattack.