Chapter 48
The questions were so full of malice that they nearly left Wesley stunned. He forced himself to stay composed and replied firmly, "Everyone, Avery is a good kid—she’s hardworking and kind-hearted. She’s definitely not living with any man, and she doesn’t have a boyfriend. The car she drives was bought with prize money she earned from various competitions. Every cent was earned through honest means. Please don’t believe or spread baseless rumors."
The reporters and influencers, seeing him engage, only grew more aggressive.
"It’s said your family is pretty poor, with just a tricycle for delivering supplies, while Avery, at only eighteen, managed to buy herself a car. Are you planning to live off her in the future, draining her earnings?"
Wesley’s face flushed with anger. "Avery is our treasured daughter. We would never take a single cent from her."
But the questions kept coming. "We’ve heard that Avery is close with several wealthy and influential men..."
Before Wesley could respond, Arthur, who had come downstairs out of concern for Wesley, shouted, "Avery has plenty of friends—both male and female! She’s exceptionally smart and is sure to become a top talent in the future. Some high-level executives from major companies have already reached out, hoping to collaborate with her one day. You shouldn’t spread groundless rumors that could damage a young girl’s reputation."
But the questions only grew sharper. "We’ve heard that Avery frequently skips school and is rarely in class..."
Realizing that allowing the reporters and influencers to continue prying would only make things worse, Wesley cut in and raised his voice.
"We’re just an ordinary family, and Avery is a modest person. We don’t want to be in the spotlight or become some kind of viral sensation. Please focus your attention on other top students."