Gossip Girl Reborn (Isabella and Alexander)
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Penelope allegedly didn't want to be involved in Carlos but failed to resist his advances.

Numerous photos, audio recordings, and videos were released to back up her claims,

The photographs likely depicted some physical contact from their past teaching sessions. However, online observers were adept at building stories out of nothing and once a narrative had been established, event the most normal of interactions could appear abnormal. The recording was even more misleading as it had been taken out of context.

Two of the conversations within were particularly perplexing.

"You must be out of your mind, I am your beloved student, how could you-"This was the voice of Penelope, crying out in despair.

"Do you really think that just because we shared a bed, I would be obligated to you? You're too naive! This was the sound of Carlos' angry voice.

The recording echoed within the car. Although everyone had heard it before, they couldn't help but comment upon hearing it again.

"This is Carlos' voice, isn't it? But why would he say something like this?" Evian asked.

Before. Janice had read an analysis post, her voice shaky as she said, "Someone has already confirmed that the audio wasn't synthesized. But I have no idea what it's actually about."

Rosalie said, "Even though I knew the story must be fabricated and taken out of context, such words could indeed lead to misunderstandings. No wonder she dared to make false accusations."

Isabella's thoughts were in a flurry. Penelope impulsively made those false accusations without thinking it through. or considering the consequences. She was just like those shady characters who spread baseless rumors on a whim. The conversation she recorded had indeed happened the night before, but she had isolated the audio to mislead people. Unexpectedly, she even had the audacity to film within the rehearsal room. If she had succeeded that night, would she have forced Carlos to marry her? The thought alone is nauseating. Everyone who could hear abella's inner thoughts was infuriated to the brink of despair.

Isabella continued to browse the posts.

Sure enough, there were videos. Each video was approximately two to three seconds long, all containing highly misleading footage.

The final few scenes, including the fateful day in the waiting room, where she fell backward and Carlos rushed to save her, were edited in such a way that it seemed as if Carlos had intentionally knocked a tearful Penelope over while trying forcefully to kiss her. There was also the incident from last night. All one could say was that Penelope really didn't hold herself back. In the video, she was seen crying while straddling Carlos, and she had purposefully blurred out parts of the footage. Not only was her own body pixelated, but also a portion of Carlos, making it seem as if she was being forced into doing something with him.

It was truly hard to comment on this video. After all, despite the pixelation, it was clear that Penelope was

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The video was too brief, making it impossible to truly discern right from wrong. However, those who came across the post would inevitably assume the work

The story ultimately culminated in Penelope taking her own life. In the eyes of the public, only victims. resorted to such extreme measures.

Hence, the conclusion was almost set in stone, though there were still voices of dissent. These included students and teachers familiar with Carlos, those who knew his identity, and those who, just by looking at his face, felt that he had no need to go to such lengths. However, the majority of strangers scorned Carlos.

While Isabella was reading, the internet had rapidly spread the news, and Carlos was showered with a chorus of criticism.

At that time, the police station was bustling. Numerous students and teachers from the university had been summoned for questioning.

Carlos was called in for questioning.

Sarah was in the midst of venting her anger at Penelope's parents.

Christopher had his phone in hand, constantly complaining, and even showed it to Alexander. "Just look at this. Alex. It's really becoming a problem. Truth is, people don't want to know what's real or not. When most people see this kind of situation, their first reaction is to support the underdog and despise the powerful. The more perfect the powerful person appears, the more the public tends to speculate with ill intent. Spreading rumors required but a loose tongue, while debunking them could run one ragged. Even if the truth prevailed, how many would eventually see it?

After a quick glance, Alexander understood. Due to the delay in the truth, people would consider the first piece of information they received as the most important one. Even when faced with the truth, they would start weaving conspiracy theories.

After all, Carlos was the teacher and Penelope was the student. Penelope was in a more vulnerable

position.

Carlos was the esteemed heir of the Quirk family, while Penelope was just an ordinary, helpless person.

From the moment Penelope's scandal came to light, Carlos was already embroiled in controversy. His reputation as a music lecturer had been thoroughly tarnished.

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