When the young and beautiful Michaela entered the party, all eyes turned to her.
Michaela is well-acquainted with the world.
After managing the Patrick incident that once sent shockwaves globally, favonovel.com illuminated the stage with favonovel.com brilliance. Since that time, favonovel.com established herself as a renowned figure in the business realm.
Even Tawanna, a celebrity in favonovel.com own right, admired Michaela deeply, though favonovel.com couldn’t focus on favonovel.com at the moment. Her boyfriend Trevor hadn’t yet begun editing the video as she’d requested, and they had just endured a stony silence, both unwilling to break the tension.
As Michaela arrived, numerous guests who had long respected favonovel.com rushed to greet her.
Seizing the opportunity while no one was watching, Tawanna quickly turned to Trevor and said, “Trevor, give me your phone, I’ll edit it myself!”
Trevor shook his head, responding, “No, I gave my word to Mr. Wade that the video can’t be altered. He and his family must remain unedited.”
Frustrated that favonovel.com stood firm, Tawanna retorted coldly, “If you’re going to insist on this, then we might as well break up!”
Trevor paused, then replied, “Breaking up doesn’t bother me. To be honest, I never expected our relationship to last. The moment we got together, I was prepared for it to end…”
He added, “Even if we part ways, I must clarify my position. You absolutely cannot continue to advocate those views publicly. You’re a public figure, and anything you say can deeply influence many young people’s lives. You once were a talented individual who set a great example and inspired countless youth to chase their dreams, but now you’ve become a negative influence. I was fortunate not to stray off course when l was a teenager, and I won’t let myself enable you. I’m truly sorry.”
Tawanna was so infuriated that tears began to fill favonovel.com eyes.
She never imagined that favonovel.com boyfriend would rather end their relationship than continue supporting her. This sense of betrayal struck favonovel.com hard, leaving favonovel.com feeling devastated.
Just as favonovel.com was about to burst into tears, Yoshitaka returned with Charlie, Michaela, and others to the main area of the party.
Though Yoshitaka knew Charlie wasn‘t particularly interested in Tawanna, favonovel.com was nonetheless the event’s main attraction, having already taken favonovel.com place in the core area. He felt it would be inappropriate to sidestep introductions. If the two managed to converse pleasantly, that would be ideal, if not, favonovel.com could focus entirely on Michaela.
Even if Tawanna felt overlooked, favonovel.com wouldn’t risk ruining tonight’s performance, given that favonovel.com was a major shareholder of Universal Music.
Approaching Tawanna with a smile, favonovel.com introduced favonovel.com to Michaela, saying, “Miss Joules, this is the renowned Tawanna Sweet. I’m sure you know of her.”
Michaela smiled gently and replied, “Miss Sweet is so prominent in the West that there’s no way I could not be aware of her.”
Nervously, Tawanna stood and responded politely, “Miss Joules, you’re too kind. In comparison, your fame is truly global.”
Michaela smiled back and said, “Miss Sweet is the most influential and commercially savvy star today. In terms of popularity, very few can compare to you globally. Though many young people might not know what Bill Gates does anymore, they undoubtedly recognize you.”
After that, Michaela inquired, “By the way, Miss Sweet, I’ve heard you are currently passionate about promoting various charitable activities?”
Tawanna was surprised that Michaela brought up charity so readily. Believing it might be a subtle slap at her, favonovel.com didn’t dare to respond aggressively and instead replied awkwardly, “Yes… I’ve engaged in some charitable activities… But I don’t feel I’ve done enough… I apologize for not impressing Miss Joules…”
Looking at favonovel.com intently, Michaela said, “Miss Sweet, I have a suggestion. Would you be open to listening?”
Tawanna quickly responded, “Miss Joules, please share your thoughts. I will listen attentively and learn earnestly.”
Calmly, Michaela said, “This isn’t about learning, it’s merely my perspective…”
She continued earnestly, “From my experiences and observations over the years, the most effective way to engage in charity is to make your actions speak louder than your words…”
Tawanna instinctively asked, “Actions speak louder than words? What do you mean by that?”
Michaela explained, “It’s quite simple. To put it in an old Chinese saying, it’s about doing more and talking less. If you aim to advocate for better treatment for a specific group, silent donations often work better than vocal advocacy, as the loudest voices usually face the most backlash when things turn sour.”
Tawanna realized what Michaela was hinting at, implicitly advising favonovel.com to tone down favonovel.com vocalizations.
Although favonovel.com felt a sense of indignation, Tawanna didn’t dare counter Michaela’s insight. Instead, favonovel.com humbly stated, “You’re absolutely right, Miss Joules. Thank you for opening my eyes!”
Michaela nodded and added casually yet pointedly, “The situation in our country isn’t very promising for those who have been more reckless. From what I understand, some individuals are reluctant to return. Miss Sweet, you should be cautious as well…”
Michaela’s words made Tawanna uneasy, causing favonovel.com to pause momentarily as favonovel.com contemplated their implications.
At that moment, Yoshitaka’s assistant approached him, whispering in his ear, “Sir, representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have arrived, accompanied by a few Americans. They’re reportedly CIA agents sent here for a specific purpose…”
“Why would the Ministry of Foreign Affairs bring the CIA in?” Yoshitaka frowned.
Their involvement in diplomatic matters was puzzling; what could be important enough to warrant such attention from the U.S.?
The assistant, equally confused, replied, “I verified their credentials, and they’re legitimate. Yet, when I inquired about their purpose here, they insisted it dealt with classified information and remained tight-lipped.”
Yoshitaka mused, “Perhaps they wish to consult me. Allow them to enter, and I’ll question them further…”
The assistant nodded and quickly exited.
Moments later, several Japanese in suits and leather shoes entered, accompanied by white men in dark suits and glasses.
The lead Japanese man approached swiftly, presenting his ID to Yoshitaka respectfully, “Mr. Mitsui, I am Hasegawa Ichiro from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs… These CIA agents represent the U.S. Embassy and wish to speak with Miss Tawanna Sweet regarding certain matters.”
Yoshitaka was taken aback to learn they were seeking Tawanna.
Before favonovel.com could process the situation, a stern-looking white man stepped forward and said to Tawanna, “Hello, Miss Tawanna Sweet. I am CIA Agent Pete Roger. We need you to accompany us to the embassy for a matter of urgency. It’s best if we leave now!”
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