The Forgotten Girl Is Back For Revenge

Chapter 82

Selena had just gotten up. It was merely 4:00 aan., and she had not freshened up when the police arrived.

After sending the police away, Selena stood in the living room, her hair disheveled. Looking at the document in

her hand. she trembled with rage. Hailey actually dared to sue me! she thought.

“What's going on?” Rose took the document and examined it. The lawsuit was not filed under Hailey’s nbut

under the nof the official stuof the “River.”

Not many people knew that Hailey was behind “River,” but a select few, including Selena, were aware. Rose’s

expression turned complicated as she finished examining the document. “Selena, what's happening? There have

been claims online that you are “River, but now with this lawsuit... what's really going on?” she asked.

She knew her daughter well. Selena must have snatched that prestigious title of an online literature master from

someone else. She did not care how and from where Selena had snatched it, but she only wanted her daughter

to clean up the mess.

Selena’s face turned ashen. “Mom, don’t worry about this. I'll handle it,” she said.

Rose had no desire to meddle in the matter. She was recently busy dealing with her husband's affair. She only

warned Selena in a low voice, “Just don’t let your father discover it.”

Aiden had long been displeased with her and Selena. Moreover, he now had a new lover outside. If Selena

caused trouble for the Dalton family and embarrassed Aiden, he might chase them out of the family.

Selena merely hummed in response and went upstairs with the document. She locked herself in her room and

called Alice. However, Alice did not answer, so she called Jeanie instead.

Jeanie had spent the previous night at a bar. Ever since Hailey had ruined her, Jeanie’s status in the

entertainment industry had plummeted, and she had not had any acting roles recently.

However, she did not mind enjoying a carefree life, frequenting bars and high-end venues. She lived an

incredibly comfortable life.

“What's the matter?” Jeanie answered groggily, clearly annoyed at being woken up.

“Jeanie, Hailey really sued me! What should | do now? Should we hold a press conference as soon as possible?”

Selena asked. The longer the delay, the more anxious Selena became.

Jeanie sneered and said, “What are you so scared of? You have everything while she has none. She's just a paper

tiger. Why are you panicking?” Despite Jeanie’s words, Selena was still nervous, feeling like a thief caught red-

handed.

“What if she still has manuscripts in her hands? What if Suzanne tricks us and has never actually agreed to work

with us?” Selena said. The more she thought about it, the more uneasy she became.

She felt like she was on a sinking ship. If things were exposed, her reputation would be utterly ruined. Hailey

would never let her go.

“We've already assigned someone to monitor Suzanne. If she betrays us, my sister won't hesitate to take action.

Even if Hailey does possess the manuscripts, so do you. If she reveals you as a fraud, you can turn it around and

accuse her of stealing your manuscripts out of jealousy,” Jeanie said.

“That's right!” Selena felt-relieved and said. “How c| didn’t think of that?” Jeanie snorted coldly and hung

up.

Taking a deep breath, Selena forced herself to calm down. As long as Alice ensured he was under control,

everything would be fine. She had already bribed the website. She had the manuscripts. Once the press

conference was successfully held, the title of “online literature master” would be hers.

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Twinlays later, at 130 jam, a swarm of reporters armed with cameras and microphones were waiting outside a

hotel owned by the Dadion Group. As the media mulets had received the news that Selena would be holding a

press conference there

day, they had been waiting there long ago

A340 pm sharp, a black can pulled up at the hotel entrance Selena stepped out, dressed low-key in sunglasses,

escorted into the hotel by bodyguands.

AC130 pm, wilo everyone being seated, the meet-and-greet officially began. Selena’s manager, Leon Cromwell,

stood on stage holding a microphone

Leon, in his thirties and consideres quite handsome, was standing on the stage in a suit, holding a microphone

and giving sperch

“Hello, everyone. My nis Leon Cromwell. I'll get straight to the point. The reason for today’s press

conference has been clear to many of you. Recently, there has been speculation online that my artiste is the

famous online ist kiver. Today, we are here to explain it officially

He paused before continuing. “Yes, it’s true. Everyone was in an uproar, and noise erupted in the room. The

flashing of cameras was blinding.

Selena sat composedly on stage, unfazed, with a faint smile. Today, she had opted for a literary, elegant look.

She was dressed in a light-colored dress and appeared graceful and refined. At a glance, she looked the part.

Leon invited a guest onstage. The man was slightly overweight, had a round face, and possessed an affable

appearance. However, his sharp eyes revealed his shrewd, businessman-like nature.

“Hello, everyone. I'm the owner of Mythos Ink. My nis Wayne Williams. You can search foron goggles,

Wayne said. smiling. “The pen n‘River’ was registered on my website three years ago. Thrilling Suspense’

was first published on Mythos Ink

“I only noticed the author when “Thrilling Suspense beca hit. | can swear on my company nthat “River

is none other than the eldest daughter of the Dalton family, Miss Selena Dalton”

The reporters frantically strapped photos, Selena remained poised and silent, her expression composed. “Now,

let's invite all of “River” editors on stage. Leon announced.

Two women stepped up from the first row and introduced themselves. They were editors from Mythos Ink. One

was named Dolly, the other Bonnie. Both had legitimate employment records that could not be faked.

They had worked with “River” early on, though they did not stay on long due to job transfers and personal

reasons. However, they both claimed to have seen “River” real identification documents and confirmed that she

was indeed Selena.

“But just having these testimonies might not be sufficient,” Leon continued with a smile. There is someone

whose word | believe will be more convincing. The audience held their breath. “Any true fan of River’ should be

familiar with the nSuzanne, Leon continued.

“I know her!” There were many loyal fans at the meet-and-greet. A young man in his twenties stood up excitedly

and said, “Suzanne is ‘River” current stumanager and exclusive editor! She handles all of the copyright of

River and is her most trusted business partner!”

“That's right,” Leon nodded and said. “Now, let's welcMs. Suzanne Heywood to the stage.”

“River” had never appeared in public, with Suzanne handling all external affairs. The fans knew Suzanne well, so

if Suzanne could confirm Selena’s identity, there would be no doubt about it.

Suzanne walked onto the stage in a black-and-white suit, exuding an air of intelligence and elegance.

Meanwhile, Alice and Jeanie were in a secluded corner upstairs watching the press conference unfold.

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Chapter 83