#THE_LAST_MINUTE_GROOM_S3
©Sir_Zach
EPISODE 20
A few days had passed and things seemed to have fallen into place except for the rumor that Jeslyn refused to debunk. When her Manager asked her, she said she was tired of hiding her family and wanted to come clean but to achieve a better result and feed on the people’s sympathy, there has to be a bigger rumor that should ‘force’ her against her will to come out.
Jeslyn didn’t wait for long because a few days later, a rumor that was big enough to ruin her career swept the internet before she woke up. The incessant ringing of her phone woke the young lady from sleep. She slept late last night because she and Pink were on the phone for a long time.
Ever since Pink traveled a few weeks ago to look for Brian, they haven’t spoken to each other. Which was why they spent so much time on call last night.
“Hello,” her tired and drowsy voice sounded with the phone in her ear.
“Your world is on fire but our Cinderella is still sleeping. Your Highness, can you get your sorry @zz to the company right now?” Manager Kate voice sounded.
“Please, please, please, can you allow me to sleep a little longer? I’m quite exhausted from the rigorous dance practice yesterday…” she yawned with her eyes still closed.
“Don’t tell me your husband ate you like a wolf last night…”
“Don’t malign my husband, he’s innocent!”
“Haha… come down here immediately if you want your career to keep sailing. I’m setting up a press conference for you.”
Jeslyn’s eyes flew open. “Pr– press conference?!”
“Now you have an idea how serious a mess you’ve created? Jeslyn, did I wrong you in the past? Why are you stressing my soul with daily drama?”
Jeslyn chuckled, “I’ll be there soon.” she replied before getting off the phone.
…
A few hours later, Jeslyn was seen in Manager Kate’s office, staring at the woman after she made a presumptuous statement.
“Are you sure you know what you are saying, Manager?” she asked, her smile slowly fading away.
Manager Kate held Jeslyn’s hand and tried to explain. “I Know it’s inconceivable, but if your husband isn’t here to help you out, then this will be a little hard to explain to the fans.”
Jeslyn shook her hands off, “I know you want the best for me, but that’s too much to ask and I’m not willing.”
“Jeslyn,” Manager Kate called helplessly.
“My husband is not the media type, let alone one who cares about what the people are saying about him. He won’t come, neither do I want to invite him.”
“Jeslyn, it’s just…”
“Older sister, I can bear all insults on my own but I won’t be so thick-skinned to stay quiet while someone who knows nothing about the situation talks or insults my husband. My husband is my Emperor and must not be disrespected,” she said in all seriousness.
Manager Kate sighed. This will be harder. “You should have hidden your secret well!” she screamed in frustration.
Jeslyn chuckled, “But I did.” She took a deep breath and hugged her Manager’s arm, “Don’t worry, we can handle this, just like we’ve handled other troubles.”
Manager Kate glanced at her and rolled her eyes. “If it’s that easy to handle, there wouldn’t have been a need for you to hold a press conference,” she sighed softly.
“It will be fine,” she assured.
…
*The press conference…*
Standing behind the podium, looking at the camera lights flashing non-stop, Jeslyn refused to say a word after a reporter questioned her. She had been like that for almost two minutes and a few more reporters were throwing in questions upon questions, ignoring Jeslyn’s mental health.
“Jeslyn, answer the question!”
“Why did you ki|| your child!”
“Were your parents aware that after you seduced young boys and slept with them on your 18th birthday, you ordered their death?”
“Was that why you ran away from Country G and went to your grandfather? Was it because you were disgusted by your actions or because the boy’s family was after you?”
“Jeslyn, there is proof that you don’t live at the place your company provided for you. Rumour says that you live with your boyfriend!”
“Jeslyn, say something! Your fans are watching and want to know!”
Jeslyn finally shifted her gaze before she slowly smiled and looked down at her mic. “You’ve already judged and condemned me, so what else do you want to hear? Wh@ťěver I say will sound like a lie.”
“Are you saying you’re innocent? Jeslyn, we have evidence to prove that you gave birth and ki||ed the child in Country G!!” A reporter screamed.
“We also have evidence of you dating countless men. Who was responsible for your pregnancy? Was it the two teenagers you ki||ed afterwards or one of your boyfriends? Or you don’t remember because there were too many!!”
Before Jeslyn could respond, the door was pushed open and Maverick walked in with Doctor Matt and Lawyer Spid.
The aura of the three men scared the reporters and the higher-ups of the company so badly that some held their chests like they almost passed out.
Before Jeslyn could respond, the door was pushed open and Maverick walked in with Doctor Matt and Lawyer Spid.
The aura of the three men scared the reporters and the higher-ups of the company so badly that some held their chests like they almost passed out.
“P–” Jeslyn couldn’t find the right words.
Maverick pulled Jeslyn closer and in front of the world, he kissed her. It lasted for a few minutes before letting her go.
“Why didn’t you inform me about this?” he asked.
Jeslyn was lost looking at his gorgeous face as she wrapped her hands around his waist.
“Plum, you’re so handsome,” she confessed.
Maverick smiled and tapped her nose. “After seven years, you’re just saying it?”
The reporters and everyone else who was watching the scene, including the people on the internet were stunned. Seven years?! They’ve been together for seven years?! How’s that possible?!!
Jeslyn was also taken back but when he pinched her softly on her waist, her mind immediately registered what he was trying to do.
“Ah, Plum, that’s not true. Seven years ago, I did tell you that on the night of my birthday but you only laughed over it, but you, you haven’t said I looked pretty for years.” She pouted.
“I did say that on the island,” he defended himself.
“Island…” she paused to think and then glared at him. “That was 21 years ago. I was six!”
“Who told you to break up with me and leave our son for me alone to take care of? You had no idea how difficult it was.”
“I know, I know, I just wanted to protect you and our son. Our enemies were too much then.” She rested the side of her face on his chest. “Plum, from now on, things will be fine, right?”
“You’ve been worrying over nothing for so long. No one would have caused you trouble if you announced your status from the beginning, but you didn’t and wanted to work up the ladder with your strength.”
Everyone was left in a daze. Hearing the conversation was like they were eavesdropping. Really?! These two have been together since childhood?! Not only that, Jeslyn is Valen’s mother?! And she only wanted to become a celebrity with her talent and not use her husband’s influence? Really?!
That is extremely rare!
Set aside the big news on Jeslyn’s status, they’ve not seen a person who had completely hidden their identity like Jeslyn did. Not only did she win over millions of fans with her capability, but she was also considerate of other Celebrities and allowed them to breathe.
Had Jeslyn used her status from the beginning, first of all, no one would have dared to make an enemy of her, secondly, no matter how good she was, people would have said she got to where she was because of her husband’s name. Thirdly, companies would have focused on her alone, either for advertisements, ambassadorship, and so on. Just because they want to be close to her husband through her.
The respect people felt for Jeslyn suddenly shot up the roof. For a wife of someone who is rumored to be a Quadrillionaire to bring herself so low and act like a normal human would, deserves all the respect they could give.
No one cared anymore about the rumors, nor did they care about the flaws in this whole story. Alpha Chaos has come out to defend his wife in the most beautiful way, that is all that matters.
“Are you done here? Your son is waiting in the car,” Maverick said.
“Ah…” Jeslyn looked at everyone like she forgot they were there in the first place. “Hehe, I’m sorry, my son needs me,” she smiled awkwardly before bowing to everyone.
After the two left, Doctor Matt stood behind the podium. Behind him, the flat screen lit up with the DNA reports for Valen and Jeslyn.
“I feel this is not necessary but some of you won’t cry until you see the coffin.”
After he said that, reports from the hospital where Jeslyn gave birth to Valen were also shown. The CCTV footage of Jeslyn being taken from her room to Maverick’s room after she celebrated her 18th birthday was presented. Then, the marriage certificate of Maverick and Jeslyn also appeared. After that, Doctor Matt stepped down from the podium.
Lawyer Spid smiled at the stunned audience as he took Matt’s place; standing behind the podium.
“I keep saying, don’t dig your own graves. Before pitching yourself against someone, try to know who they are,” he adjusted the microphone.
“My Client has been defamed countless times, even when she has done nothing but mind her own business ever since she entered this industry. Each time, she tells me not to get involved but this time around, her husband is upset because you crossed the line.
“Mrs. Jeslyn Lu has some trauma while growing up, which is why some things are kept away from her but because you’re hungry for people’s downfall, you poked her sore. If not that Madam is a strong woman, she would have fainted due to how you all were shoving accusations in her face, guess what would have happened to you all…” seeing the reporters’ pale faces, Spid smiled, “I bet you already know.”
“Now, I’m not putting all the blame on you, I understand you’re just doing your jobs but in an unprofessional way. That’s why you’ll be coming with me to court. Make sure to get a good lawyer, who knows, I might dig up something worthy of sending you all to prison or even grant you a death sentence,” He smiled at how ugly their faces had become.
The reporters felt like their lives had been cut short. They suddenly looked exhausted as deep regret washed over them. When Jeslyn’s report came to them, they were elated, they thought this was a great opportunity to bring down another big Celebrity. Unfortunately, they unknowingly dug their graves.
Lawyer Spid chuckled and continued, “As I said earlier, the fault is not entirely yours, so don’t cry yet. Your companies will be sued too… wait, how many companies are here?”
“Seven,” someone said from the door.
Hearing that voice, Lawyer Spid turned to look at the entrance. “What are you doing here?”
“What else? My sister-in-law was bullied in my company. As the owner, shouldn’t I be here?”
Everyone gasped, including the executives. So their CEO was Rex Lu?!
Even Manager Kate couldn’t help but be surprised.
“So, Fearless is your company–”
“No, my plaything. It’s just a side hustle, I wanted to have fun and thought of creating Fearless but who would have thought that others would take my silence for granted?”
“You’re the worst CEO ever!” Spid said scornfully.
“Yeah, I know but so what?” He smiled. “Carry on, these reporters and their leaders need to be punished.”
Lawyer Spid returned his attention to the reporters, “My team has already sent a court summon to your companies. See you all in court next week.” He got down from the podium and said, “Rex, take me out for lunch, I’m starving.”
“What is wrong with you, bro? Do I look like a charity promoter to you?”
“Do I look like I care?” Lawyer Spid dragged him out of the hall before everyone slowly left.
This hard lesson that was taught to the reporters today, will forever stay in their minds. No one would dare to report fake or sensitive news about Jeslyn ever again.
Even those watching the live video couldn’t help staring dumbly at their screens. That was epic! They wish they could also get a man who would protect them like Maverick protected his wife.
Too bad, they aren’t Jeslyn.