Chapter 55
Then Haley noticed people had started turning the heat on her in the comments, and she became furious. She was outraged when she saw the comment calling her an ugly, evil hag, so much so that she nearly leaned back in disbelief.
When Haley realized her X account was under attack, she wanted nothing more than to yell at Felicity for being such an
idiot.
Haley had deliberately built Felicity up in the past, feeding her the idea that she was the most talented out there, that if it weren’t for Alicia, Felicity would be even more popular.
Haley had encouraged Felicity’s arrogance, pushing her to confront Alicia directly and step into the spotlight.
Now, however, Haley was seriously starting to regret it. She had no choice but to contact the PR team to try to salvage Felicity’s reputation. After all, LUMIA was still Haley’s biggest cash cow.
Haley wasn’t the only one regretting the situation. Nicole also felt frustrated. Nicole hadn’t expected Felicity to be so eager to show off, crossing the line on the very first day.
Nicole had originally brought Felicity along to go head–to–head with Alicia, but Nicole hadn’t anticipated Felicity would embarrass herself so badly on day one. Nicole was frustrated. If Felicity hadn’t been needed for singing and dancing later, Nicole almost wanted to swap teammates.
As Nicole was thinking that, Maxwell glanced at her and said, “Nicole, I know you’re innocent, but be careful who you call riends. Don’t let anyone use you p>
Maxwell added pointedly, “You’d better not hang out with those evil showoffs. They’re a bad influence.” Maxwell clearly did not approve of Nicole being friends with Felicity.
Rendered speechless, Nicole thought, ‘Bad influence, my ass. Does Maxwell have to talk like this?‘ She had once appreciated Maxwell’s direct, straightforward style because she could often take advantage of it.
Now, though, Nicole was annoyed with Maxwell too, thinking, ‘If you’re going to say things like that, couldn’t you just tell me privately? And the way you’re saying it makes it sound like Felicity and I are really good friends. We’re not, okay?
Felicity is more trouble than she’s worth, and so are you. With all these people in the car, and the livestream still on, how am I supposed to answer that p>
Nicole could only give Maxwell an awkward smile. “Maxwell, let’s just keep watching the video p>
Even though she mentally roasted Felicity, Nicole certainly wouldn’t throw Felicia under the bus in front of the live camera.
After all, Felicity had joined as Nicole’s friend. If Nicole went along with Maxwell’s words, it would be shooting herself in the foot. Nicole could admit she’d made mistakes in choosing friends, but she couldn’t let the audience think she was two–faced.
Of course, Nicole also wouldn’t defend Felicity, because Nicolas and Maxwell definitely wouldn’t be pleased.
Nicole thought, “The audience watching the livestream probably doesn’t like Felicity right now Speaking up for her would hurt my own image.
So Nicole chose to shift the topic instead. The audience, however, was starting to see Nicole in a new light.
Then the guests continued watching the replay videos. Alicia discussed the trainees‘ performances with Darren and even pointed out a few unremarkable ones who actually had talent. She occasionally glanced at Simon and Hannah, asking for their opinions.
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This live variety show wasn’t just about these guests. Simon and Hannah weren’t mere props, and everyone could share the screen time. They grew even fonder of Alicia and naturally joined the discussion.
Nicolas and Maxwell also chimed in now and then. Even Nicole, holding back her irritation, occasionally added a comment.
Only Felicity was completely ignored. She stopped watching the video and buried her attention in her phone, which only made the viewers‘ opinion of her sink even lower.
The atmosphere in the car finally mellowed out. What the guests didn’t know was that while they were watching the replay of the performances, the remaining thirty–two trainees of Radiance: The Idol Journey were also sitting together, watching
their livestream.
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