Chapter 853
“You…” Yoel hesitated momentarily, “You’re a lawyer, and I will not argue with you. However, I do possess evidence suggesting an inappropriate relationship between you and Mr. Smuckler.”
Yoel reached into his pocket as he spoke, withdrawing a stack of photos and scattering them around. These images depicted intimate moments between Rosalie and Connor, catching the attention of several nearby individuals who picked up the photos to examine the contents closely.
Following that, the way these people looked at Rosalie underwent a noticeable shift.
Agyness gazed at the photos laid before her with a concealed sense of satisfaction creeping over her. Even if it came to light that these photos were doctored later on, what difference would it make? Once rumors were circulated, who would buy into the notion that they were manipulated? It would only appear as if the Youngblood family intentionally concealed the facts and deceived everyone. Wrenna crouched down, retrieved one of the photos to examine it, and inquired of Agyness, “Mommy, is Jennifer’s mommy a bad person?”
Her tone seemed to carry a distinct note of triumph.
Naturally, children are less adept at concealing their emotions than adults. Wrenna simply believed that if Jennifer’s mommy was a bad person, then Jennifer might be bad as well. This way, Papa Jon might not like them anymore and would instead prefer her!
Rosalie’s expression shifted. Upon seeing these photos, she immediately understood Yoel’s intent.
The most effective way to handle such situations is to address them directly without delay. Delaying only allows rumors and gossip to grow and spread. Before Rosalie could react, Jonathan approached Yoel with a menacing look and remarked, “It appears I have underestimated you.”
Then he ordered his subordinates, “Detain this man and secure all these photographs. Ensure that not a single image is disseminated by anyone here. Contact the police and have them handle the matter at the location. Additionally, summon the best computer experts in Strico, specialists in photo editing, and the forensic team from the police to assess the authenticity of these pictures!”
With a domineering demeanor, Jonathan issued these orders. His approach to resolving the issue closely aligned with Rosalie’s idea to address the situation immediately.
Only by doing so can they quickly dispel these rumors and gossip!
Yoel was utterly dumbfounded. He hadn’t expected Jonathan to handle the situation like this. Yoel had anticipated Jonathan’s reaction to involve anger upon
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seeing those photos, perhaps even leading to a physical confrontation between them.
Yoel thought that if Jonathan resorted to physical aggression, he’d have a stronger case to argue the authenticity of the photos, attributing to Jonathan’s reaction to genuine frustration and anger.
However, the current situation was completely different from what he had imagined.
In a hurry, Yoel said, “Mr. Youngblood, I put a lot of effort into finding this evidence, and I did it for your sake. It’s painful for me to witness Rosalie’s infidelity…”
Before he could complete his sentence, a resounding slap echoed through.
Yoel felt his face forcefully snap to one side as if his teeth had momentarily become unhinged. His cheek stung fiercely.
“On what grounds do you think you can speak about my wife like that? No decent man would let someone talk about their wife in such a manner!” Jonathan declared in a chilling tone.
Yoel was bewildered, for even though Jonathan had physically struck him, this was not how Yoel had envisioned it.
Yoel’s
‘s gaze then unconsciously turned toward the direction of Agyness.
At this moment, Agyness felt like she could almost grind her teeth into pieces. She had never anticipated that Jonathan would opt to validate these photos on the spot and in such a professional manner.
When these photos would be indisputably proven to be doctored, and at that point, no matter what Yoel said, no one would believe him.
In no time, the police and forensic experts arrived, and Jonathan’s bodyguards promptly surrendered all the scattered photos to the authorities. Subsequently, computer specialists and professionals from the photography industry also arrived in full force.
Everyone was utterly stunned. This was not just one or two experts but a team of professionals!
All experts with even a slight reputation were present.
Only Jonathan had the influence to assemble such a large group of experts. While it might be conceivable that the Youngblood family could potentially sway one or two individuals, the notion that they could bribe so many people to lie was utterly unbelievable.
Yoel was stunned. He opened his mouth but was suddenly at a loss for words! The group of experts began their work. The police interrogated Yoel regarding the source of these photos and apprised him of potential legal violations associated with their distribution.
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Forensic experts from the police and specialists brought by Jonathan set up their equipment and initiated the examination of the photos.
Agyness pursed her red lips tightly, fully aware that this twist of events had rendered Yoel, her pawn, essentially useless.
While she pondered her next move, a sudden blackout occurred on the massive electronic screen right in front of her. Yoel’s voice then could be heard through the speakers…
“Ms. Sabatini, this amount of money is hardly sufficient. You asked me to come forward and spread false rumors about Rosalie having an affair with Mr. Smuckler. This amount of money won’t cut it.”
As soon as everyone present heard the voice clip, all their eyes shifted toward Yoel.
Yoel’s face paled in fear as he wondered, “Why is this happening? I stored this recording on another phone I barely use. Who… who could have found this recording and then released it here!”
The only person who went paler than Yoel was Agyness. When she heard the recorded voice clip, she felt a sudden jolt in her heart and shivers running down. her spine.
Agyness panicked as she thought, ‘Yoel recorded the phone conversation? This man explicitly assured me that everything would be confidential. He said calls from both sides would not be recorded to avoid leaving any traces, and he’s now exposed!
But if… I did not record this conversation, then only Yoel could have recorded this!’
While Agyness panicked, she heard her own voice through the speaker, “Once the deed is done, you will naturally receive what is promised.”
“But right now, everyone on the internet is siding with that damn lawyer. How can anything be accomplished?” Yoel said as the voice clip continued to play.
“Can’t you create more rumors? Use doctored photos or something. Anyway, as long as the rumors take root, even if they could prove that those photos were doctored, it won’t matter,” Agyness suggested.
“But… won’t I be taking the blame for this?” Yoel inquired.
“You just need to say that someone placed these photos at your doorstep. As for who did it, you have no idea, and you’re unsure about the authenticity of the photos. That should do it,” Agyness replied.
In the voice clip, Agyness spoke in a composed tone. In the current scene, Agyness appeared visibly shaken, her forehead glistening with cold sweat.