The Returning Ex

Chapter 1441 Trolls
Cindy felt like laughing whenever she uttered such words. I carry so many burdens with me. Anyone who gets married to
someone like me would only be asking for trouble. How could it be a treat to them?
Ian shifted his gaze to look at her. “Yeah. It’s true.”
She let out a hearty laugh. “I was kidding.” Both of them were starting to get along—their interactions were more natural now and
they no longer felt awkward. Ian turned the TV on and switched to a random channel that happened to be playing a show that did
deep dives into all sorts of gossip within the entertainment industry.
Most of the people in the entertainment industry had things to hide. It wasn’t just the entertainment industry—most people had
dark secrets or nasty experiences. If one truly wished to scrutinize each individual, there wouldn’t be a person who was
completely innocent. However, one’s deeds were magnified when one was in the entertainment industry. For example, the issues
brought up in the TV program that Ian and Cindy were watching wouldn’t be an issue if a regular individual were to do it.
However, the celebrities would receive all sorts of snarky and critical comments once their deeds were exposed. “Tsk. These
things don’t have much of an entertainment value, yet the media and press are always keeping an eye on these celebrities and
following them around,” Cindy commented.
Ian nodded. “Yeah. These people are the ones saying that the local celebrities are ruining the country’s reputation, yet they are
the ones who are coming up with all these reports surrounding the entertainment industry. It’s like they’re shooting themselves in
the foot. I don’t know when I’ll leave this industry. I’ve thought about it, and I don’t think there’s much of a reason for me to stay
here. I feel like all of my actions are being watched—how am I supposed to survive like this? I just hope that I’ll be able to save
up some funds so that I can do what I want to do.”
“What do you want to do?” Cindy turned to look at him. Ian recalled how he used to travel around and perform gigs in different
bars. He was much happier back then. “I’d like to find someone who’s not in the entertainment industry, and I’d like to go
someplace that’s less economically developed with her. I want to live a slow-paced and simple life. That’s all I want.”
After the fight that occurred with Linda in the lounge, it only took half a day for the rumors to spread. It wasn’t clear where the
rumors came from, but the rumors were certainly not reflective of the truth. Instead, the rumors claimed that Cindy used her
position as Ian’s girlfriend to act all haughty and arrogant within the company.

Furthermore, the rumors claimed that Cindy was the one who started the fight with Linda, all because Linda had made noises
and disrupted Cindy’s sleep in the lounge. Some rumors even claimed that Cindy was the one who had smacked Linda’s
assistant in the face.
The rumors traveled all around town as if it was the truth. Because of this, Ian’s fame, which had been diminishing, shot back up
once more. However, the attention he received this time wasn’t exactly positive nor supportive. Apart from Ian’s most loyal fans,
who would unconditionally support and understand anything that Ian or Cindy did, most fans were slightly critical of Ian.
The fact that Ian had gotten famous in such a short period of time made it harder for him to uphold his reputation. Fortunately,
the previous incident with Sena didn’t completely shatter his career. This time, there was definitely someone who was starting
and fanning the flames in secret. Someone was trying to make things worse for him.
Both Ian and Cindy had already finished their lunch when they saw the news. Cindy was frustrated since the rumors were not
true. How could someone with my status ever overpower someone like Linda? These people are just following the crowd blindly.
All they have to do is think, and they’ll realize that Linda’s the one with the bad temper. How would she ever allow me to act
tougher or above her in any way?
Cindy was certain that someone must have hired trolls to spread these rumors. Other than that, a good number of people had
formed groups that were specifically meant to criticize her. Ian had also received some criticism because of this.
Since this wasn’t the first time Cindy found herself trending, she was able to withstand the pressure a bit better this time round.
However, she still felt rather sad after being boycotted by the majority of the online users.
“I don’t need to give the public an explanation, do I?” Cindy looked at Ian.
Ian had just gotten off a call with Hannah, who had spoken to him in a harsh tone. “Hannah said that she’ll deal with this matter.
However, considering the speed at which the media is spreading these rumors, she’s guessing that there’s someone behind all
of this, and it’s not just one party. She wants us to remain silent for now.”