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.

as she

hard for Mila to imagine Hallie kicking her other friends

make a fool out of Hallie! Even if all her contacts banded up together, they’d still be no match for

replied Mila as she shook

of god! I can’t believe you’re this stubborn! If I had a rich boyfriend like 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 wife? For me, as long as my husband

quest to become an independent woman, getting

would’ve used him to embarrass Hallie for bullying her. That way, Hallie wouldn’t ever dare to mess with

Wanda hadn’t said a thing, she was also

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

said Hallie with a snicker as she approached Mila and Molly who had been whispering to each other for a

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

I’ve heard of several rich people in my life, but never have I heard

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

to suddenly escalate as ten

see such expensive cars here, to

she had seen many expensive sports cars before in her life,

the cars had even stopped, a few staff members dressed in suits were already rushing toward the greeting hostess’s side while shouting, “Mr. Crawford, the director

who heard that felt

Mr. Crawford’s already

“What? He’s arrived early!”

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

VIPs, Mr. Crawford

earlier entered exited

“…What? Mr. Crawford exists?!”

was the palest anyone had ever seen. It was as though her heart almost stopped

her eyes, she no longer doubted

jealous glances at Mila

that she was never actually a match for

lucky? To be even

look star-struck! Every word we said was true! Mila

see how Hallie would react after being beaten in her

had her eyes peeled on the convoy

Gerald. Rather, she was thinking about how she hadn’t even had the chance to talk to him properly despite having returned to

that she didn’t regret resenting Gerald

should be the most luxurious convoy we’ll be able

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

surprise after hearing that, the cars

Crawford’s here!”

off on the television building’s top floor, and the night sky

sides

had her head lifted,

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was finally opened, the crowd was

guy with eyes as small as pumpkin seeds stepped out as he

“Is he Mr. Crawford?”

“Really?”

He’s Yoel Holden! The son of the

so? I guess by the looks of

the stage manager looked

seriously. After all, Yoel

with Yoel. This made her slightly surprised and disappointed when she

‘Why didn’t Gerald come…?’

spot her. Regardless, it was no lie that she had at least hoped

girl who liked to show off, any girl’s heart would throb like crazy if they ever saw their boyfriend

boyfriend in the car. It didn’t seem like Yoel knew who she was

scared witless—said, “Well, well, well. What have we here? Why didn’t your

to rub it

Crawford after all! Why isn’t he here?” said Molly rather regretfully. She was

fck were you trying to pull off, btch? 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

she could say another word, another burst of

Oh god, oh god, oh god!”

of cars even are

The cars are each equipped with a superior artificial intelligence system and their bodies are said to be even stronger than that of

Ten million dollars for a

You’re telling me that what we’re seeing now

the youngsters at the entrance who were waiting in anticipation this time. Even the businessmen

wealthy people there had gone through several hardships to earn what they had today, the VIP that would soon be making

not all, of the people in the crowd had gone pale, clearly overly excited by this unprecedented

manager, he could see that the stage

the main VIP for today,

paying attention immediately! Don’t make any mistakes or you’ll be

the cars stopped in front of the entrance, the stage

other girls were frozen in anticipation as well. All of them were too shocked at the scene to even remember that they

believe any of what

were still people way richer than he was. After all, the main VIP was a person who

was just so extravagant to the point where this entire

stage manager and several other VIPs had formed

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step out, everyone in the two

pair of branded sunglasses on. She also wore extremely expensive-looking

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

could see that all 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

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

on the large flag placed right outside the scene. It was Gerald’s flag. She then smiled slightly before pointing at

station who had

wave of his hand, he immediately ordered

entrance held on to their breaths as they

over fifty didn’t dare to do anything. They were simply too terrified to say a word,

slowly lifted to the

that, the

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

was still looking

only want Gerald’s flag to be raised higher? What

still loyal to her. However, after

all, the woman seemed extremely powerful

the woman as she frowned

was at that moment when Mila broke from her daze and finally realized that the

was so terrified at that moment that his eyes were bloodshot as he growled, “Mila! What

had constantly reminded them not to make any mistakes when the grand VIP

new here?” said the woman as she continued chewing on

She was so frightened that her face has

her and her entire family!” said the head of

to Mila that just because of her slightly slow reaction, even her family would be brought

‘She’s simply too overbearing!’

woman standing before her now—who was exerting an immensely powerful aura—had every right to do as she pleased

dismiss her? Cease your nonsense!” retorted the woman as she rolled her eyes

I apologize for not watching my mouth!” shouted the head as he harshly slapped himself

was done, his mouth was

her head at that moment. She was filled

going to be

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that flag earlier?” asked the woman, her voice crystal

simply lowered her head, unsure of even

the woman noticed the slap mark on Mila’s cheek. She then

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

“M-Mayberry!” replied Mila.

woman’s earlier question since she didn’t want her to know that she was

unsure of that

University! Her academic results are outstanding!”

woman said nothing as she took a few sneaky glances at Mila before turning to enter

entered through the door, she turned around and pointed at Mila before

that, she entered

daze? Go follow the president already!” said the head of the

“G-got it!”

still in deep shock. However, she simply followed

other

She thought to

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

filled

president’s surname was Crawford. She

the surname of Crawford

for Mila to follow her, Mila was placed within the group of assistants assigned to help her out. Because of that, both Hallie and Mila had to work

blinded by jealousy, Hallie looked at Mila with murderous

while later—when she saw that Mila was busy refilling tea for the guests—a nasty plot formed in her

past Mila, she gave her an extremely brief

cup Mila was holding nearly toppled to the floor! Thankfully, Mila was able to catch it

person was none other

you’ve done!” said Yoel as he glared at Mila angrily, a

sorry!”

for Hallie had bloomed within Mila. It was obvious that Hallie’s jealousy had driven her

been meaning to find out what his true relationship was

Yoel Holden had been addressing President Crawford as

relationships did Gerald

asking them about it, after giving it some thought, she refrained from doing so. After all, she was

acted rashly and asked such a personal question, what would

that everything will be over with just a simple apology?” said

was strong enough to

the process, her phone fell to the ground

guest today, Yoel was clearly the

given

attend any grand functions, either Yoel—who was

him about it. Instead, Zack simply went through the usual process of electing Yoel

in front of Gerald, both he and

he didn’t get angry after being drenched in

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everyone present at the scene

terrified and sad for Mila as she watched her good friend get shoved to the floor, Hallie was contrastingly sneering like

herself, who was getting a massage at that moment, pretended like she

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

first blow, he paused right in

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

said

clearly surprised to see his godbrother’s

she really was. Since he wasn’t able

me!” said Mila as she snatched her phone

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