The Secretly Rich Man

Gerald Crawford:The Secretly Rich Man Novel (Invisible or Poorest) Chapter 661

“What’s going on here, Mila?”

Though Mr. Hill admired Mila a lot, he still had to be impartial, especially when so many people were involved with the uproar.

“Explain it to the director yourself, Xyleena!” said Hallie as she dragged Xyleena into the spotlight.

Xyleena, for one, had been unwilling to speak in the first place. She could only stammer, reluctant to tell the truth. After all, she and Mila were on good terms. Mila was also usually a very nice person.

However, after finding out that the culprit was Mina, there was nothing more that Xyleena could say. For the sake of Mila’s dignity, she honestly just wanted to remain silent and let it all slide.

“Explain yourself, Xyleena!” demanded Mr. Hill as he frowned.

Seeing that she had no other choice, Xyleena detailed everything that had happened the day before. She couldn’t lie about it either since there had been so many witnesses around when it happened.

After hearing her explanation, Mr. Hill found it difficult to believe what she had said. Quite honestly, he didn’t buy her story at all.

However, if he tried to gloss things over or refuse to make a fair decision after hearing all that, he knew he would have to eventually deal with Hallie who could most definitely report the case to the police.

What more, Hallie had brought along many of her college classmates to support her. They would definitely not let the case rest easily if he persisted with picking Mila.

“Mila, I can’t do much regarding this matter. If that’s what really happened, then I’m afraid I can’t give the spot to you!” said Mr. Hill.

“You definitely shouldn’t!” said Hallie as she crossed her arms.

Narissa simply stood in a corner as she looked at Mila. She seemed like she wanted to say something. However, before she could even make a move, she spotted a warning gaze from Hallie.

Seeing that, Narissa could only helplessly clench her fists and lower her head. She felt shameless.

There was nothing Mila could say to defend herself. As a result, she had no choice but to watch her opportunity get taken away by someone else.

She was simply in a helpless position since nobody dared to go against Hallie.

“Mila!” said Molly as she and the others approached her.

“Don’t worry, Molly. I’m fine. I just need to use the restroom!” replied Mila as she turned around to leave.

After washing her hands, Mila was just about to leave the ladies when Hallie and a few of her good friends blocked Mila’s path.

“What else do you want? Aren’t you done yet?” said Mila as she glared at Hallie icily.

“Oh, but of course I’m not! I know what these people will think of me. Actually, maybe they already think that I deliberately planted the evidence there to frame you, but it doesn’t really matter anymore. While the opportunity is now mine and you’ve clearly lost, I’m definitely not done with you yet!” replied Hallie as she glared back, her eyes reddened.

Ever since she was a child, Hallie had always wanted to be first in everything. Regardless of where she went or whatever organization she was participating in, she wanted to be the leader. The ‘Big Sister’ of everything.

There was nobody who dared not to call her that.

Since she had come to the TV station to study and learn, she had also taken advantage of the people and platform there, resulting in almost everyone referring to her as the ‘Big Sister’.

Despite that, she was still lacking behind Mila in almost every aspect.

What more, she thought that Mila was simply faking her friendliness, and that she had fooled everyone into liking her.

From the poor Narissa, to the extremely wealthy Xyleena whose boyfriend was equally as rich, all of them treated Mila well.

In the past, Xyleena had been one of Hallie’s best friends. Now however, she was extremely close to Mila as well.

‘Do you really think I haven’t figured it out yet?’ Hallie thought to herself.

If someone else or even Hallie had stolen Xyleena’s valuables, Hallie knew that Xyleena wouldn’t have easily forgiven any of them, not even her. Rather, Xyleena would probably not let the thief get away without a fight!

However, not only did Xyleena not pursue the matter when Mila had been framed as the thief, but she had even convinced the others not to spread the news around as it could have an unfavorable effect on Mila!

Why…?

Just why did everyone like Mila Smith so much?!

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“I don’t care if you hold any grudges against me. It’s not like I can even fight you!” sneered Mila.

“Oh, it’s not about that. I just don’t understand why everyone likes you but hates me. Even though everyone knows that you’re the one who stole the ring, I’m sure that they’re all still going to think about your wellbeing first! In fact, I’m certain they’ll start saying that I’m the one who framed you!”

“I don’t want to hear it. However, I believe that the truth will prevail in the end!” said Mila as she tried to leave.

“Stop right there! I’m the ‘Big Sister’ here! You can’t just ignore me like that!” shouted Hallie as she grabbed Mila’s arm and forcefully pulled her back.

A second later, Mila could feel a burning sensation on her cheek. Hallie had just slapped her!

“I’m going to go ahead and say it now. I’ve been meaning to teach you a lesson for the longest time! I’ve held myself back every time others praised you, but there’s no need for me to put up with your bullsh*t anymore!” said Hallie as she raised her hand, preparing to land another slap.

“Stop right there! What on earth are you doing, Hallie?” shouted Xyleena.

At that moment, several girls rushed toward the scene. Among them was Xyleena and several of Mila’s dorm mates.

Xyleena had early sensed that something was amiss when she saw Hallie walking together with her gang of friends.

“Who do you think you are to hit Mila?”

“So what if I hit her? What’re you going to do about it? I’m the ‘Big Sister here! I’ll teach her a god d*mn lesson whenever I feel like it!” retorted Hallie.

She then pointed at Mila before saying, “If you want to remain here next time, just be honest!”

After saying that, she led her gang away.

“Are you alright, Mila?” asked Xyleena in a worried tone.

“I’m fine!”

“Dmn it, that Hallie’s being such a btch! That field spot was supposed to be yours, but after her meddling, you now only get to greet the attendees at the entrance! I can’t stand that btch and her hateful as anymore! Let’s beat her up!” said Molly furiously.

“Don’t even think about it. If you even touch her in the slightest, it’s definitely going to be much more difficult for you girls to gain a foothold here, especially if you’re doing it for my sake. Leave it be, there’s nothing else we can do since she’s the boss around here!” said Mila, her tone grateful.

Mila personally didn’t mind being an entrance hostess. After all, she would rather do that than drag Molly and the other girls into the matter.

At that moment, Narissa walked over to Mila’s side before saying, “Mila, we have to greet the guests now… Many wealthy businessmen and celebrities are already coming over. Let’s head over first…”

However, when their eyes met, Narissa accidentally let out a squeak.

“Humph! I don’t see you getting a promotion for being a bootlicker!” sneered Molly as she stared at Narissa.

Everyone else there gave her an equal look of contempt before leaving to get the rest of their things done.

Mila simply looked at Narissa before saying, “Sure, let’s go!”

Once they arrived at the entrance, they saw that the big square was crowded. Many VVIPs were also already present at the venue.

Unlike Hallie, she was now able to walk amongst the group of big celebrities.

“M-Mila… I’m… I’m so sorry!” said Narissa out of the blue. She was looking at Mila as she said that and her cheeks were burning red.

She simply couldn’t hold it in any longer and she soon burst into tears.

For Narissa, it had always been difficult for her to study outside. It was Mila who had constantly treated her well. Even when she faced hardships financial wise, Mila had always been the one who had used her own money to help her.

It was near unbearable for Narissa to see how much trouble she had caused Mila.

“Mila… You have to understand… I was forced to… Otherwise, I would’ve gotten into trouble…” said Narissa in between sobs.

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Narissa then explained the entire plan that Hallie had set up to frame Mila.

Basically, since the opportunity to work with the TV station was extremely important to Narissa, Hallie had threatened her by saying that she wouldn’t let Narissa intern there if she didn’t go along with the plan!

Because of that, Narissa had no choice but to cooperate with her.

While Mila had indeed been somewhat angry with Narissa, after hearing her side of the story, she just couldn’t hold any grudges against her anymore.

After all, she couldn’t just put the blame on Narissa.

If Mila lost this position, sure, it would affect her job later on. However, she could still return to Mayberry where she still had her family and Gerald.

However, if Narissa lost the position, she would have nothing left.

‘If I were in her shoes, I would probably do the same thing, right?’ Mila thought to herself.

In the end, the true culprit of this entire fiasco was Hallie Yates. If she needed to hate someone, it should definitely be Hallie.

“I’m thinking of standing my ground against Hallie, Mila. I don’t want her to continue treating you like this!” huffed Narissa.

“Please don’t. It’s fine, I don’t blame you at all. I know that you’re having a hard time, but this matter is between Hallie and me. I won’t blame anyone else but her!” said Mila.

“Humph! How dare both of you talk nonsense! Stand still already!” said Hallie as she walked over to them, a smug smile on her face.

“Molly! Wanda! Stand here as well! We need more people handling the guests so I requested for two more hostesses!”

Hallie then glanced at Molly and Wanda as she stood by the entrance. By then, the VIPs had already begun showing up and they were all ready to greet them.

“William Rye, President of Yanken, has arrived!”

Following that announcement, a young man walked over like a superstar, surrounded by lots of people.

As he walked on, a flag representing the VIP was raised.

Every VIP who attended was prepared to show something off to present their identity and business.

After all, this was a prime opportunity for them to advertise and make themselves known since people from all over the world—all the attendees being wealthy businessmen—were flooding the grand scene.

“The President of Modow has arrived!”

One after another, the number of VIPs steadily increased.

Hallie herself had the honor of standing at the very end to welcome and shake hands with each of the VIPs.

By then, the red carpet had already been stepped on by what seemed like hundreds of wealthy businessmen and celebrities.

For some odd reason, the longer she stood there, the more excited Mila felt. However these were just bigshots from Sunnydale.

‘Why the hell am I even feeling excited?’

All of a sudden, she wondered if he too would be one of the VIPs…

Outside the venue, paparazzi and reporters were swarming the red carpet area. After all, aside from their charming faces, the VIPs were also flaunting their expensive luxury cars to show how powerful and wealthy they each were.

Mila!” said Molly as she ran to

Mila to imagine Hallie kicking her other

If he does, we can make a fool out of Hallie! Even if all her

replied Mila as she shook her

yours, I would’ve followed him around the world! It’s all because of how stubborn you are to prove yourself as a strong and independent woman! What’s so bad about being called a trophy

supported Mila in her quest to become an independent woman, getting into

her boyfriend, she would’ve used him to

a thing, she was also

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even she would be able to show off slightly if he truly

about?” said Hallie with a snicker as she approached

wish to live to see another day! I’ve already told you that Mila’s boyfriend is Mr. Crawford from Mayberry, an extremely powerful man! He may even come today, and if he does, well… You’ll just

in my life, but never have I heard of… What’s his name again?

wait and see, Hallie! You just wait and see!” said

to suddenly escalate as

expensive

was shocked speechless. While she had seen many expensive sports cars before in her life, this was the

already rushing toward the greeting hostess’s side while shouting, “Mr. Crawford, the director of Dream Investment

who heard that felt chills

Mr. Crawford’s already

“What? He’s arrived early!”

be in utter shock as the hosts and hostesses began running downstairs to

all, though there were many other VIPs, Mr. Crawford was still the

of the businessmen and heirs that had earlier entered exited again, just to greet him after

“…What? Mr. Crawford exists?!”

Hallie’s face was the palest anyone had ever seen. It was as though her heart almost

eyes, she no longer doubted that Mr. Crawford was indeed, the most important person of the

long for her to snap out of it, and once she did, she immediately threw jealous glances at Mila as she said incredulously, “You said Mr. Crawford’s your boyfriend? How

never actually a match for Mila Smith to

be even able to have such a

said was true! Mila here is Mr.

to see how Hallie would react after

on the other hand, had her

she was thinking about how she hadn’t even had the chance to

didn’t regret resenting Gerald was a big

we’ll be able to see tonight, right?” exclaimed

cars in there costs at least three million dollars! That’s like thirty million dollars

crowd gasped in surprise after hearing that, the cars finally stopped

here!”

fireworks were set off on the television building’s top floor, and the night sky was instantly painted with

water was also shot out from the water fountains on both sides of the pond while the staff carefully began

had her head lifted, nervously looking out

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car’s door was

rather chubby guy with eyes as small as pumpkin seeds stepped out as he waved

“Is he Mr. Crawford?”

“Really?”

Yoel Holden! The son of the richest

that so? I guess by the looks of it, Yoel’s attending in

among themselves again, the stage manager looked visibly disappointed when he saw Yoel

he still had to take Yoel seriously. After all,

on the other hand, wasn’t familiar with Yoel. This

‘Why didn’t Gerald come…?’

her. Regardless, it was no lie that she had at least hoped to have been able to

kind of girl who liked to show off, any girl’s heart would throb like crazy if

it wasn’t her boyfriend in the car. It didn’t seem like Yoel knew

had earlier been scared witless—said, “Well, well, well. What have we here?

was clearly trying to rub it into

wasn’t Mr. Crawford after all! Why isn’t he here?” said Molly rather regretfully. She was certain of how utterly pleased Hallie must have been

Weren’t you talking about how great your boyfriend was earlier? Embarrassing! It seems that I didn’t slap you hard enough earlier!” mocked Hallie, a hint

word, another burst of excitement could be

oh god, oh god!” shouted someone

kind of cars

Designed only for the company’s top customers? I think it was around three years ago when they revealed online that each car costs about ten million dollars! The cars are each equipped with

for a car… There’s like… Five, ten…

seeing now is a convoy worth two

who were waiting in anticipation this

gone through several hardships to earn what they had today, the VIP that would soon be making their appearance had a

had

person leading the hosts shifted his gaze to the stage manager, he could see that the stage manager himself was taking

main VIP for today, right stage manager?”

her! Tell everyone to start paying attention immediately! Don’t make any mistakes or you’ll be dealt with accordingly!” said

front of the entrance, the stage manager began walking briskly

frozen in anticipation as well. All of them were too shocked at the

could hardly believe any of what she was

richer than he was. After all, the main VIP was a

in? Gosh, everything was just so

was opened, the stage manager and several other VIPs had formed two uniform rows outside it, standing ready and alert

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young woman step out, everyone in the two rows

twenty-seven years old—had a pair of branded sunglasses

she tilted her shoulders slightly, allowing her blazer to seamlessly fall off her shoulders. One of her bodyguards caught on to it before it even managed to

the bodyguards surrounding her had equally fierce gazes in their eyes. They also seemed to be extremely capable and strong. These were the kinds of bodyguards who would most definitely be prepared

the woman had an extremely strong aura as well, pressuring a lot of the present people to not even dare to take a

scanned through the crowd, her gaze fell on the large flag placed right outside the scene. It was Gerald’s flag. She then smiled slightly

the head of the broadcasting station who had not dared

hand, he immediately ordered his subordinates to do

rest of the businessmen at the entrance held on to their breaths as they remained bowed down. It almost felt like

to be over fifty didn’t dare to do anything. They were simply too terrified to say a word, most of their legs quivering as

was slowly lifted to the

that, the woman’s smile

over to Mila, who just so happened to be the first in line

was still looking at Gerald’s flag

Gerald’s flag to be raised higher? What exactly is her

even though Gerald had several female friends, he was still loyal to her. However, after seeing all this,

seemed

said the woman as

when Mila broke from her daze and finally realized that the woman had been handing out her handbag

at that moment that his eyes were

when the grand VIP

you new here?” said the woman as she continued

sorry!” answered Mila. She was so frightened that

punish her and her entire family!”

because of her slightly slow reaction,

‘She’s simply too overbearing!’

moment, Mila was more frightened than ever. After all, the woman standing before her now—who was exerting an immensely powerful aura—had every right to do as she

the woman as she rolled her eyes at the head of the broadcasting

nonsense, yes! I apologize for not watching my mouth!” shouted

his mouth

lowered her head

going to be all over for

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why were you staring at that flag earlier?” asked the

lowered her head, unsure of even what to

mark on Mila’s cheek. She then stretched her hand out and lifted

yet you were slapped. Such a pity… Where are you from?” asked

“M-Mayberry!” replied Mila.

question since she didn’t want her to know that she was honestly thinking about

still unsure of that woman’s true identity

who was chosen and sent here from Mayberry University! Her academic results are outstanding!” replied the

a few sneaky

door, she turned around and pointed at Mila before saying, “You there! Follow

she entered without

you still standing there in a daze? Go follow the president already!” said the head of the broadcasting

“G-got it!”

was still in deep shock. However, she simply followed the president

the other hand,

thought

taking particularly good care of Mila? Was it because she heard that Mila was from Mayberry University? She didn’t even tell

filled

event was about to begin when Mila finally realized that the president’s surname was Crawford. She had found out about this when she heard others addressing the woman

she bore the surname of Crawford as

placed within the group of assistants assigned to help her

blinded by jealousy, Hallie looked at Mila with

refilling

gave her an extremely brief but cold glare

the floor! Thankfully, Mila was able to catch it in time! While the cup was safe, its

was

what you’ve done!” said Yoel as he glared

sorry!” apologized

said that, a burning hatred for Hallie had bloomed within Mila. It was obvious that Hallie’s jealousy

currently only here in place of Gerald, Mila had been meaning to find out what his true relationship was with

fool would have realized by now that Mr. Yoel Holden had been addressing President Crawford as

kind of relationships did Gerald have

it some thought, she refrained from doing so. After all, she was only part of the staff there. They, on the other hand, were very

she simply acted rashly and asked such a personal question, what would

Do you honestly think that everything will be over with just a simple apology?” said Yoel as he immediately got up and shoved Mila with

strong enough to send

her phone fell to the ground as

main guest

given

was busy or unable to attend any grand functions, either Yoel—who was Gerald’s godbrother—or Aiden would be

received, Zack hadn’t bothered informing him about it. Instead, Zack simply went

Yoel was usually obedient and nice in front of Gerald, both he and Aiden were truthfully quite reckless and arrogant

didn’t get angry after being

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the

good friend get shoved to the floor, Hallie was contrastingly sneering like there was no

at that moment, pretended like she had seen

offend Mr. Crawford! If I don’t personally teach you a lesson now, you’ll never learn!” shouted Yoel as he raised his arm, seemingly ready

his first blow, he paused right

noticed just in time, that the lock screen on Mila’s phone—which had earlier fallen to the side—contained Mr.

What?!” said Yoel,

surprised to see his godbrother’s photo in some assisting staff member’s

she really was. Since he wasn’t able to come up with any logical conclusions

as

you have Mr. Crawford’s photograph as your lock screen photo?” asked Yoel again,