“May you have a wonderful night of making babies?” said Matthew in an amused tone while he raised his brows.
Clarissa’s face felt hot, and her ears were slowly turning red as well. She quickly locked her phone and instructed in an embarrassed tone, “You’re not allowed to peek!”
Matthew grinned and replied innocently, “Why can’t I read it? This is a wonderful blessing. Besides, how will I make this blessing come true if I am not made aware of it?”
So he wants to make a baby now?
Clarissa frowned. This man has always known which words to pay attention to. I am not going to be manipulated. Not this time!
Clarissa turned around while in Matthew’s arms. Her tiny hand clutched his collar as she interrogated, “I haven’t even started questioning you about it. I don’t even know what my readers are talking about. What is going on? Why did Tyson Corporation officially declare that I am your fiancée? Is this why you didn’t clock in at work today? Did you stay here to keep me from finding out? Why did you publicize the matter suddenly? You even went as far as telling everyone my social media account!”
Clarissa didn’t need to analyze any further to know that things were not as simple as they seemed.
He must have an ulterior motive for doing something like that. Clarissa could tell that was the secret Matthew wanted to keep from her that day.
She hadn’t gotten the chance to read the messages from her fans and readers, so she didn’t know what was going on just yet.
Matthew turned quiet. He rested his huge palm on the lady’s head before answering in his deep yet sweet tone, “Clare, the reason behind this is not important.”
“So something did happen. Is it bad? Did you disclose our relationship to protect me?”
Clarissa guessed right that time.
Matthew averted his gaze, but he ultimately confessed, “Something did happen, but it’s all over now.”
“No matter what it is, I want to know if it involves me. I’m no longer the woman who can’t handle cyberbullying. I survived through the time when everyone accused me without having any evidence, remember? Besides, I have you backing me up now, so I’m not afraid. Tell me.”
Matthew kissed the lady’s forehead compassionately before telling her everything.
Clarissa didn’t get to digest what she heard before her phone rang.
It was Hilary.
Clarissa deliberated. She was certain that Hilary was only calling about the incident, and Clarissa was sure that she would not be interested in whatever Hilary had to say.
Hence, the former declined the call and ignored Hilary completely. She definitely wasn’t going to entertain anyone else, either.
At that moment, all she wanted to do was to hold Matthew peacefully.
Clarissa rested in Matthew’s embrace for a while before she said, “In other words, all everyone else knows is that Matthew Tyson’s fiancée is @clarissa.quigley. No one really knows who owns that account aside from a few individuals who had inside information. My personal identity is not really revealed under those circumstances, because not many knew that I am @clarissa.quigley.”
“Yeah, plus, I already got my people to take the photos and articles down, so they should stop trending soon.”
Matthew also had Tyson Corporation’s team of lawyers on standby. They would mercilessly sue anyone who tried to make any more noise.
After hearing all that, Clarissa went on Twitter to check things out. It was quiet.
She then went back to the chat windows. That was when she realized that Matthew kept one last thing a secret from her. So his team of lawyers has been firing legal letters like they were brochures. They’re still punishing the people who spread the rumor and insults.
That gesture was why the readers were delighted with the renowned Mr. Tyson. They might even love Matthew more than they did Clarissa.
They even ganged up to ask Clarissa to send their regards and love to Mr. Tyson. Their blessings and praises were so cheeky that Clarissa couldn’t resist giggling. She showed Matthew her phone, which prompted him to take over and personally reply to her fans.
“Thank you for your love and admiration, but I’m with Clare and will not be able to reciprocate your love.”
“Ah!”
“OMG!”
“Mr. Tyson?”
“Mr. Tyson?”
The chatroom blew up instantly. Everyone was so excited that they even thought that their typing speed was too slow. Everyone pitched in and chatted endlessly.
Matthew seemed to have taken a liking to it. He even sent them a voice recording.
However, a few words using his deep, cool tone got the crowd even more riled up.
Some even claimed that they had saved a copy of that recording and would treasure it until the day they died. They also said that they would spend the rest of their lives attached to the group chat and would never leave it. They would support Clarissa forever.
Clarissa felt a little annoyed about that. “They are my most loyal fans, but now, it seems like they are not loyal enough,” grumbled Clarissa, “All it took is a few words from you to get them so excited. I’m so jealous.”
Matthew chuckled and asked, “Who are you jealous of? Them? I’m only interacting with them for your sake. I’m making them envious of how lucky you are to have such an incredible man.”
“You’re such a narcissist.”
Clarissa grinned before rolling her eyes at Matthew. He’s actually right, though. He is a pretty amazing guy.
Still, the important point is not how the chatroom is going wild. The photo incident happened, and someone has to be behind it.
Does Shermaine have anything to do with it?
Clarissa voiced out her concern before she added, “Isn’t she under our surveillance? Why are we unaware of what she had her people do?”
Matthew shook his head and answered, “She is not the culprit.”
“Then who is?”
“Jamie Trudall.”
Revelation hit Clarissa, and she kept quiet for a moment, even though she didn’t seem too surprised.
I kicked Jamie out and she does have the personality that would seek vengeance.
I just never imagined that she would go this far. She even dragged Ryler into this mess. Isn’t she in love with him? I guess her love isn’t real.
“Don’t get upset over someone that despicable. She’s not worth it,” said Matthew to comfort Clarissa.
Clarissa grinned and replied, “I’m not upset. I just pity her. How does a person change so drastically? To think we used to be so close.”
“That only proved that you never really knew her. Everything you saw was just a facade.”
“I guess that’s possible? I mean, I honestly suck at judging people, and I am too soft-hearted. Back then, Jamie and I only became friends because I saw how she was being bullied and tried to help her. That’s probably when we got close. We could relate to each other’s pain, and she was straightforward with me. Who would’ve thought that she would turn out to be someone like that? Maybe she really was an honest person back then. She just became greedier as time passed, and the entertainment industry changed her for the worse. I cut her off and kicked her out the last time we met. It’s not surprising that she does something drastic in panic.”
“Either way, a person like that is not worth our time talking about.”
“You’re right. There’s nothing to say about her. This is karma, and she had it coming, so do whatever you deem fit. I’ll follow your suit. I should talk to Ry about this, though. I really dragged him through the mud this time, and he is just an innocent bystander…”
Clarissa wanted to contact Ryler, but Matthew stopped her.
His handsome brow exuded displeasure.
“What do you mean by that? You’re not the one who dragged him through the mud. That woman would never have caused this mess if it weren’t for him, so if anything, he’s the one who troubled you!”
Obviously, Matthew had pinned all the blame on Ryler.
Clarissa pouted when she saw Matthew’s grouchy expression that carried no warmth. She poked his face with her finger while complaining, “Don’t be so strict on the matter. How about I compromise and say that neither is innocent in the matter? It’s not right if I don’t call him and talk about it. Come on, don’t be so petty. If this silence drags on, Ry might think that I am angry at him. Stop acting up, okay?”
Clarissa was serious, and she was standing her ground.
Matthew, on the other hand, didn’t seem to have the heart to intimidate her like he used to. Naturally, there was also a good chance that his intimidation no longer worked against her.
The two of them looked into each other’s eyes. Matthew had his stern, sharp gaze on, but there was no saying whether Clarissa was afraid of that. She simply reached out and covered his eyes with her hand before whispering into his ears. Her voice was sweet, and her breath was warm.
“Uncle Matthew, don’t glare at me like that. Aw, you’re scaring me~”
Matthew pinched the lady’s waist. That is not how a scared woman acts, you know?
A deep, sexy chuckle escaped his lips. His voice sounded a little raspy and magnetic, which made Clarissa feel like a loving aura had just engulfed her heart.
However… Oh, I will not be seduced by that guy!
Clarissa’s other hand had already made the call. Ryler’s voice came from her phone.
“Clare, I’m so sorry for causing you so much trouble.”
“Ry, I’m so sorry for causing you so much trouble.”
The two of them spoke simultaneously. They were so in sync that they said the exact same words.
A short silence ensued before the two of them laughed together. Matthew scoffed at that. He was so loud that even the person on the other end of the line could hear it.
Clarissa’s hand was taken off from Matthew’s eye. She glared at him to warn him against making any impolite noises or saying anything rude.
After that, Clarissa chatted with Ryler over the phone. She said, “I guess we’re even now, Ry.”
“Sure, this has never been your issue, anyway.”
“Let’s not dwell on the past anymore. By the way, Grandma went to see your show the other day, and she said that it was so exciting. She was especially happy to see all the girls chasing after you and asked when you’ll be getting married. She’s worried as your parents are.”
Ryler chuckled and replied, “These things take time.”
The two of them didn’t stay on the topic for long. Instead, they exchanged some pleasantries, which showed that they were still friends. It seemed that the incident had not driven the two of them apart.
After hanging the call up, Clarissa turned to Matthew. All she saw was him relaxing with his hands behind his head. His dark brown eyes kept staring at her, and his gaze… Tsk… Tsk.
Clarissa grinned and poked his lips with her fingers. She forced an upward curve on them before she said, “Come on. Smile.”
Matthew retaliated. He pinned her with his legs, pinched her chin, and threatened in a fierce tone.
“If you ever flirt with another man again, I will…”
“Don’t!”
Clarissa clamped his mouth shut with her soft hands to prevent him from finishing that sentence. She didn’t need to be a genius to know what he was about to say.
Clarissa blushed a little, but she managed to refute, “What do you mean by flirting? We were just talking like regular friends. You’re the one being unreasonable and petty. Am I not allowed to have friends? He’s like a brother to me. Also, unlike a certain someone, at least I don’t have a childhood sweetheart, or a socialite who wants to marry me, or an incredibly intelligent junior who has a crush on me.”
Yep, she was even more jealous than he was.
