Anna's words had clearly sparked public outrage.
As soon as she finished speaking, someone nearby sneered, "Wow, she's really full of herself. Even after the Luke Corporation provided an official report, she still won't admit it!"
"Yeah, I've never seen anyone so shameless! And she's supposed to be the chief designer of an international fashion brand. Who knows what underhanded tricks she used to get there!"
"Copycat! I can't stand her anymore!"
The crowd grew larger. In the noisy chaos, everyone hurled insults at her. Anna's breathing became uneven as she struggled to find a way out.
Suddenly, a group of bodyguards in black suits stormed into the mall, moving with sharp precision.
They split into two lines at the entrance and marched directly toward Anna.
There were about a hundred of them, far more than when a movie star had visited.
The once-hostile crowd instantly fell silent, intimidated by the imposing scene.
