Chapter 138 Rewards (Edited)
"I do understand that many of you think badly of me and my crew, which I don’t know where came from but with my little bit of credibility, I say, that I and my crew, watch from the OB van how Miss Ainsley gathered her four Easter eggs for more than 2 hours." The Director stated, his words tinged with a hint of sarcasm and underlying anger at the implication of dishonesty. He has been keeping his integrity and principles clean for a decade. And everyone knew how much he valued it, so he never accepted bribery or under-the-table deals.
Now, facing a challenge to his integrity and principles within his own show, the Director found himself increasingly agitated. He couldn’t help but regret including Alice and Minerva in the show’s roster. Initially, their presence brought an element of entertainment and drama, which he found amusing. However, as the drama began to cast doubt on his own reputation in an unfavorable light, he began to resent it.
Interpreting the Director’s implication in his final statement, the other participants felt a wave of embarrassment wash over them. They realized their failure to speak up in defense of the Director and his crew against the accusations, and their unwarranted support for Minerva, left them feeling equally guilty.
Despite Minerva and Alice’s persistence in their claims, they found themselves at an impasse. With the Director’s definitive statement and evidence readily available to refute any further arguments, they had no avenue left to pursue. Adding to their dilemma, Xavier appeared poised to intervene should they continue to target Hera.
The accusations came to a halt, but the Director, adamant about protecting his reputation, took action. He uploaded replays of Hera’s village excursion, showcasing her gameplay in detail. Additionally, he shared fast-forwarded snippets of her recent activities, particularly during the nighttime. Ultimately, he provided two versions of her activities—the sped-up and the normal—allowing viewers to make their own judgments about any potential foul play.
This incident served as another milestone for Hera to attract a fresh wave of supporters who admired her not just for her beauty and intellect, but also for her character and integrity. She emerged as a breath of fresh air among her celebrity peers, earning even greater admiration from others. Her calm and composed demeanor, unfazed even in the face of scrutiny and opposition, further solidified her reputation as a poised and resilient figure despite looking gentle and kind.
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"Since there are no further comments, let’s proceed to discover the rewards hidden within the Easter Eggs," declared the Director, dismissing Minerva and Alice’s objections. He then turned his attention to opening the eggs, starting with Alice’s as she only had one.
The crew responsible for Alice’s items stepped forward, positioning himself in front of the main camera. With a deliberate motion, he split open the egg, revealing its contents for all to see.
[A Vegetable Feast]