Chapter 267 Endless Ridicule 

Chapter 267 Endless Ridicule 

This truth was genuinely cruel for Linda. 

But it had to be said. 

Because if you don’t cut it off when you should, it only backfires harder later. 

If anything, Linda should’ve been grateful. 

“Les is Clayton’s assistant.” 

Linda instantly felt the world spin. 

Her mind went completely blank. 

She could barely stay on her feet. 

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“Linda!” 

Gary’s startled shout rang in her ears. 

But she couldn’t even open her eyes. 

She couldn’t even breathe. 

“Get a doctor–call 911, now!” 

Charlie was panicking too, yelling toward Alice on the stage. 

“Don’t you know medicine? Are you really going to watch her die right in front of you? 

“Yes, she stole your life as the real heiress–but she’s already been punished. She doesn’t deserve to die! 

“Hurry up!” 

Eric immediately stepped in, shielding Alice behind him. 

“She does have some medical knowledge, but she’s not a miracle doctor who can treat everything. 

“There are medical staff here. They’ll be here any second. 

“And one more thing–I’m not giving you any chance to smear her.” 

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As soon as he finished speaking, the medical staff assigned to the press event rushed in. 

Alice stood behind the man. 

She could only see his back. 

For years, she’d grown accustomed to protecting others. 

Whether it was Risa or Emma. 

She’d never imagined that one day, under everyone’s gaze, someone would be willing to shield her from the storm. 

For a moment, she didn’t even know what was happening to her. 

Something inside her suddenly softened. 

And, inexplicably, she thought Eric’s silhouette looked … pretty good. 

The corner of her lips lifted. 

Looks like, thanks to her efforts… 

The doctor–patient relationship was no longer tense. 

Linda had simply been overstimulated. After basic first aid, she regained consciousness. 

Sometimes, being awake wasn’t a good thing. 

Because then you knew with painful clarity that none of this was a dream. 

It couldn’t be undone. 

Linda coughed several times dryly. 

Only then did a hint of color return to her face. 

“Gary…” 

The moment she spoke, her voice was hoarse. 

Gary couldn’t bring himself to be cruel. “Where’s the stretcher? Take her to the hospital first.” 

Leaving now would at least preserve a shred of dignity. 

“No. I’m not leaving.” 

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Linda struggled upright, wobbling as she forced herself to stand, then looked at Clayton. 

“You’re Mr. Reese’s son? 

“And Les is your assistant?” 

Clayton was a little stunned, too, but the questions were easy enough, so he nodded. 

Linda felt her chest churn. The moment she moved, she actually spat out a mouthful of blood. 

“Why did you let Les pretend to be you 

Clayton was speechless. 

Who would understand this? 

and deceive my feelings!” 

He woke up and nearly got labeled a criminal–and now someone was pointing at his face and cursing him. This was beyond absurd. 

“Ms. Linda, I’m asking you to face reality.” 

He hadn’t wanted to embarrass her. 

But Emma was right beside him, and he wasn’t about to let her misunderstand anything. 

“First of all, I’m me, and Les is Les. We’re all adults. Yes, he’s my assistant, but he only handles small errands for me. 

“Second, since you were involved with Les, you presumably liked him as a person, not his 

my assistant? status. So, why are you this disappointed just because you found out he’s 

“Oh, right–you want to report him for forcing himself on you? I support that. 

“If he committed a crime, I won’t protect him. As long as there’s evidence, I’ll cooperate with any investigation.” 

Linda was left speechless. 

From the beginning, she’d valued Les’s “identity She’d thought he was a Reese… 

Suddenly, several police officers walked in again from outside. 

They stopped right in front of Clayton. 

Then they presented their credentials. 

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After that, they spoke very politely. 

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“Mr. Reese, your assistant is involved in a case of selling classified information. We hope you can cooperate with our investigation as well.” 

The moment those words landed, everyone was stunned. 

Online, it instantly exploded. 

[Selling classified info–don’t tell me it’s like the Connor Woods case.] 

[Yeah, it has to be. Otherwise, how could it be that convenient?] 

[Clayton is ridiculously unlucky. Pulled an all–nighter for his birthday, and his gift is a free one–day tour of the police station?] 

[Clayton deserves a spot on the annual bad–luck leaderboard.] 

[Guys, who else gets this? This is the face of a man who wants to cry but can’t.] 

[I feel bad for him, but right now I really want to laugh.] 

[Look at Linda’s expression!] 

Linda’s face was ash–gray. 

If she still didn’t believe she’d mistaken the person, she’d be a real idiot. 

But she didn’t want to admit it. 

Why should a perfect match end like this? 

She got nothing–except endless ridicule! 

She was supposed to be the chosen one! 

How could she…