Chapter 44 : A Series of Setbacks Tell me , what kind of person is Hanson in your eyes ? Normally , Amy would have retorted , What does my relationship with Hanson have to do with you ? Why should I tell you ? * But she felt an unexpected urge to answer , Hes … different . Like he has his own aura , a cold aloofness that somehow makes the summer sheat feel cool . Hes nothing like those noisy boys . When he studies … Lily finally understood . Her daughter wasnt in love with Hanson ; she was in love with the idea of Hanson , a romanticized version built on atmosphere and perceived mystique . It had nothing to do with Hanson himself . Seeing Lilys silence , Amy continued . In high school , I lost my wallet and phone . Hanson lent me his phone to call the housekeeper . Hes usually so cold , I thought hed refuse , but he didnt . Later , heard he saw me wandering around and deliberately went to help me ; he doesnt usually take that route … That was how their friendship began . Lily shook her head . If this happened after high school , she strongly suspected Vivian had orchestrated the loss of the phone phone and wallet , with Hanson playing along . Lily and Amys wager was this : Amy would pretend to be penniless in front of Hanson and see how he reacted over time . Amy told Hanson a fabricated story, claiming to have learned a family secret : she wasnt actually a Janson daughter . Her father supposedly revealed that the Janson family had provided her with a luxurious life for seventeen years , and that was enough . After graduating high school , she would have to suppor herself . Why such coldness after so many years of care ? Because her deceased mother had exploited her position to switch her own child with Amy , ruining another girls life to secure a better future for her own child , who was also a cruel child who abused the Jansons child . Her father now disliked Amy for it . This wasnt Lilys suggestion ; it was Amys dramatic improvisation . Hearing this , Lily simply smiled ; let her daughter have her fun … Lily had intended for Amy to shed her Janson heiress status to see if Hanson was genuinely interested in her , or her familys wealth and influence , but Amy had created a soap opera worthy plot twist . Thats what she told Hanson . Hanson reacted perfectly ; his eyes were filled with concern , his words overflowing with care for Amy , showing no signs of being bothered by her supposed loss of status . His sincerity made Amy feel a pang of guilt ; was it fair to test someone with lies ? * If do as I you say , I can help you convince your father . * Lilys words echoed in Amys mind , easing her guilt slightly . She was doing it for their future ! While Hanson maintained his composure in front of Amy , he was inwardly panicking . Immediately after parting ways with Amy , he contacted Vivian . Vivian was stunned . Amy was a fake heiress ?! What about all her years of manipulation ? Her first thought was the impact on herself . Distracted , she quickly responded to Hansons inquiries . I understand . Ill look into this ! Vivian then went straight to John . Her magazine was preparing a special feature with an interview of a Janson Group vice president , so she went along with the journalist . 11.7 % Chapter 44 : A Series of Setbacks Vivian ? Hearing the secretarys announcement , John had her ushered in . Vivian relayed Amys story Mr. Janson , Amy cant be a switched child ! Shes so much like her mother ! Have you been deceived by that woman , tricked by a strangers child ?! Vivian believed Amy was Lilys daughter . Her mannerisms were identical to Lilys ! The thought enraged her . She hadnt been able to correct those mannerisms all those years ago . What does it matter to you ? Johns emotionless response sent Vivian reeling backward . She had known John as long as Lily had . Ben years ago , when Lily was absent , shed tried to fill the void , yet she still felt like a stranger to him . The blow worsened . Johns next words were like an icy dagger . Vivian , youve already received more than enough from the Janson family . Dont be greedy . You know how much genuine affection youve shown Amy . From now on , mind your own business . Dont interfere in the Janson familys affairs , and dont try to get close to Amy for your own benefit . And dont use the Janson familys name for your Own gain Ever again ! John remembered her her bossy attitude toward Lily , his eyes filled with disgust . Wh … what do you mean ? Vivians face paled . John , losing patience , pressed the intercom to have his secretary escort her out . Vivian didnt dare make a scene . She knew how ruthless John could be . understand . Youre blaming me , but I didnt know about the switched children ! Lily raised the child for two years , and even she didnt realize it was the wrong one , Vivian offered , believing that was the reason for his harsh treatment . John didnt bother to explain . He had never cared what Vivian thought Fine , no need to support my arm , I can walk by myself ! Have Too afraid to confront John , Vivian angrily brushed past the secretary after leaving the office The secretary , unflappable , remained professional , gesturing politely towards the elevator . Have a good day , Ms. In the elevator , Vivian didnt realize the full weight of Johns words . Only when she reached her car did she receive a call . Editor in Chief , out of the twenty A list celebrities we invited , only three confirmed , Nodin Kasses agency says he cant make it , and … The assistants voice faltered . Vivian impatiently urged , Just say it ! Kone Jewelry just announced theyre pulling their sponsorship . Other sponsors are contacting us to inquire about the situation , saying they might pull out too , if Kone withdraws . The assistant , who had worked with Vivian for five years , had never seen so many problems erupt in such a short time ! The magazines fashion gala was only two weeks away ! Major fashion magazines often held galas under the guise of charity events . These events attracted celebrities and high profile figures ; their success reflected the magazines influence and the editors connections . Vivian had consistently excelled in these events . Her status in the Chapter 44 A Series of Setbacks fashion world was thus firmly established , with celebrities showering her with attention and respect . Now , everything was falling apart . Vivian felt like she was going to throw up . Kone Jewelry was a Janson Group subsidiary ! The celebrities absence was surely orchestrated by Lightning Entertainment , a company majority owned by Janson Group . 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