Love at the Wrong Table by Emmanuel Lowe
Chapter 172

Chapter 172

“What’s going on, Jamison? Didn’t you say victory’s on our side?” Hermann

started getting anxious too.

When everything had unfolded as planned, Hermann had reveled in a sense

of complacency, relishing the heartless notion of witnessing Roselynn and

Emmanuel’s suffering.

However, the tables had turned.

“Grandpa, there’s no need to panic!” Jamison’s expression momentarily froze

before he swiftly regained his smug smile. “Since Roselynn and Emmanuel

are fighting back with their articles, it’s normal for them to gain some

supporters. They might have also paid money to boost the visibility of the

article or employ ghostwriters. The transient dissenting voices won’t have a

significant impact on the overall situation. People have been berating them

for two consecutive days, and these minor disruptions won’t make any

difference.”

Convinced that his analysis was sound, Hermann slowly regained his

composure.

“Grandpa, I’m going to call my friends now and tell them to step up their

game!” Jamison uttered.

“Great! I can’t wait to see the desperate look on Roselynn’s and Emmanuel’s

faces!” Hermann let out a haughty laugh.

Hermann was filled with anticipation as he witnessed Emmanuel and

Roselynn’s struggle. Although their initial resistance had briefly concerned

him, he soon realized he would have been disappointed if they did not put up

a fight.

Hermann became convinced that Emmanuel and Roselynn would eventually

realize the futility of their efforts, and out of desperation, their only option

would be to succumb to the pressure and pay his family to quell the

backlash online. They’ll kneel before us, begging for mercy and pleading for

us to delete the posts and articles. It’ll be a resounding victory for us! It was

the sheer gratification of overpowering his opponents that he truly craved.

You heartless siblings! Your unwillingness to provide the eighty thousand has

caused my grandson’s dreams of attending university to crumble, shattering

his future. It’s time for you to face the consequences and pay the price!

As soon as Jamison posted in the group, his friends, who had received a few

hundred from him, began commenting on the post.

After setting down his phone, he eagerly awaited the unfolding drama, ready

to witness the pendulum of public opinion swing once more.

Yet, seconds later, his expression turned into one of disbelief.

All eight of his friends had abruptly changed their stance on the previously

popular comments they had posted, now accusing Jamison of bribing them

to act as keyboard warriors for him.

“These ungrateful b*stards! How dare they betray me after taking my

money?” Jamison cussed.

He was at a loss for how to react to the sudden betrayal by his eight buddies.

The impact of their comments had always been significant, capturing the

attention of netizens. But now, with their sudden change of allegiance, the

Cadigan family’s carefully crafted reputation was on the verge of collapse.

“How did this happen, Jamison?” Hermann grew increasingly anxious.

He had been counting on Roselynn and Emmanuel to reach their breaking

point and come to him begging to delete the posts. If the Cadigans ended

up losing, it would not only leave them penniless, but it would also result in all

their previous investments going down the drain.

“I-I have no idea! I’ll call those guys and give them a piece of my mind!” That

was the least Jamison could do now.

All this while, Jamison had been under the impression that it was the

individuals he had paid who had caused the story to trend at the top

position.

Unbeknownst to them, the success of their article reaching the top of the

trending topics was not a result of their own efforts.

In fact, there had been people behind the scenes boosting the visibility of his

article.

Meanwhile, Emmanuel borrowed Mackenzie’s laptop and sat at home,

observing the online trends. He could not help but feel a sense of satisfaction

and pride. “Jamison and Hermann must be feeling desperate now, huh? The

truth will prevail, and their deceitful attempts to smear me and my sister are

bound to fail!”

Mackenzie, who had been watching the situation unfold alongside him, had a

completely different perspective. The truth will prevail? Please. It’s all about

money and clever tactics! That’s the ultimate recipe for success!

Of course, she would not seek credit in front of Emmanuel. After all, she just

wanted to help him resolve the matter.

“Thank you so much, Ms. Quillen!” Emmanuel was someone who would

always be grateful to people who had lent him a hand. Although he did not

know the extent of Mackenzie’s efforts behind the scenes, he sincerely

expressed his gratitude. “You’re truly my lucky star. Whenever I face

difficulties, you always manage to help me solve them!”

Mackenzie feigned indifference and snorted. “You don’t have to thank me! I

told you as long as we’re not divorced, we’re still husband and wife. I certainly

can’t let anyone bully you!”

Her remark rendered Emmanuel speechless for a moment.