Can’t Win Me Back

Following the arrest of Magnus Vale, who broke into Maggie's room to harm her, Maggie and Anora, accompanied by their families, arrived at the police station to file a formal report against David. They were under the protection of private security, courtesy of Alyssa and Jasper.

The charges against David for sexually assaulting minors were firm. There was no getting away with it. The media thronged the police station, and the news spread rapidly.

Throughout the process, the police carefully maintained the confidentiality of the two victims, Although the media failed to capture any photos of the two girls, the news

still dominated the headlines.

The headlines read, "David Schmidt's Sexual Assault Allegations i Confirmed," "Victims' Families Allege Threats from the Schmidts." "David Schmidt Suspected of Orchestrating a Contract Killing." "David Schmidt Faces Inescapable Doom." The public opinion online marked a swift turn. Commentaries that had previously doubted and criticized Tatiana were replaced with commendations and applause.

"Good job, Tatiana Taylor, for exposing her pain to speak up for the victims!"

"Where are those fools who accused her of seeking attention? Why are they silent now?" - "How dare the Schmidts threaten the victims' families? They are out of control. Without Tatiana Taylor's advocacy, these cases would be buried forever!" "The rich are always above the law.

would be a dark day in the nation's legal history." The Schmidts, who

stock price and kickstarted some projects in Kontina,

helped cushion the blow.

the upper management left the room. Victor specifically instructed Josh and Jameson to

tossed all the documents on the table in Josh's face, but Josh agilely dodged

attempted first-degree murder? Isn't it just rape?" Victor, nearly fainting from anger, bellowed, "How did you handle the situation? Why is it escalating? Do you no longer want the role of president?" Jameson remained stoic, but his lips betrayed a hint

adjusted his glasses.

have nothing to

to defend David," Josh argued with a disgruntled expression. "But he was hasty and mistrustful. How could he even think of silencing the victim? He has dragged us down with him, and he's come

that it's unwise for us to protect David." "That's odd. Under detention, David can't do much even if he wants to," Jameson remarked as

and suggested, "Say, Josh, did you help David out but messed it

Schmidt, do not falsely accuse me!" Josh felt a surge