Chapter 5

"Aria, what should I do? Archer says he's going to shut down the nightclub. I've invested everything I have in it."

I lifted my head. Archer, once again you've trampled on my dignity.

"Alright, I'll go."

The press conference was scheduled for the next day.

Before it started, Archer repeatedly emphasized that I should stick to his script.

At the press conference, I deliberately wrapped my legs in thick bandages.

Archer seemed satisfied, thinking this would save face for everyone.

He sat in the audience, apparently waiting for me to follow his script and apologize to the public.

Melody sat beside him, a smug smile playing on her lips.

I walked up to the microphone, my voice calm:

"Hello everyone, I'm Annie. I'm here today to address the video incident involving Mr. Archer and Miss Melody."

The audience fell silent, everyone holding their breath, waiting for what I'd say next.

"First, I want to say—"