Chapter 57 Vaughn Coughs Blood and Falls Unconscious?
Before Rachel posted her apology on Instagram, the whole internet was practically tearing her apart.
People were attacking her for two main reasons.
First, it wasn’t actually Rachel who saved the person, but her TikTok post didn’t clearly deny it either. Second, she knew Lila had gotten it wrong but still acted like she was the hero on camera.
It was seen as manipulative and incredibly fake.
But once that Instagram post went live, everything changed.
In her post, Rachel started by apologizing to everyone, expressing her regret and trying to calm the anger.
Then, she explained the two issues.
First, she didn’t mean to take credit. As soon as she saw the news last night, she posted on TikTok to clarify, but no one believed her.
This turned the accusation of being manipulative into a misunderstanding due to poor wording.
Second, she didn’t lie on camera on purpose. Everyone was looking at her, and the camera was on her, so she felt immense pressure and got confused.
This turned the accusation of being fake into a case of a young girl with poor mental resilience and a bit of vanity, which was somewhat understandable.
Then, she sincerely apologized again, saying she was deeply remorseful and ashamed, and accepted all the criticism humbly, lowering herself as much as possible.
A wealthy girl, apologizing so humbly online, even donating two million dollars to a children’s welfare organization.
Online communities always praise charity. Even scandal-ridden celebrities get some support if they donate.
Sure enough, when Amelia opened the comments under Rachel’s post, the tone was completely different from the previous one.
Amelia quickly noticed that the top five or six comments were obviously paid for.
They said things like “Everyone makes mistakes,” “It’s great she corrected it,” and “Donating two million dollars is admirable.”
Some even brought up previous cases of influencers being bullied into depression and suicide, calling for less online bullying and more rational discussions.
With this shift, no one was as harsh as before.
Rachel clearly wasn’t a fool; she turned the situation around.
The car stopped in front of Orchid Restaurant, and Amelia put her phone away.
“Mr. Johnson, you’re here.”
The manager had been waiting respectfully at the door and bowed as soon as he saw Michael. “The private room is ready. Please follow me.”
During the car ride, Amelia had gotten to know Lila, Orval, and the others better. Rex even mustered the courage to hold Amelia’s hand as they got out.
Michael could walk now, but Eric, remembering Amelia’s advice, had prepared a cane for him.
The meal turned out to be quite pleasant.
At first, the atmosphere was a bit stiff, given Michael’s presence.
But soon everyone realized Michael barely spoke, mostly just watching Amelia, his every move exuding grace.
The rumors weren’t true; Michael wasn’t that intimidating.
The only lively one was Tobias, who insisted Amelia sit next to him, constantly eyeing Michael warily.
Whenever Michael passed a dish to Amelia, Tobias would pile even more on her plate. By the end, her bowl looked like a small mountain, and he was finally satisfied.
After the meal, as Amelia was about to leave with the others, she got a call from Kevin.
“Kevin?” Amelia answered, surprised.
Kevin rarely called because he was always busy.
Although Robert was the chairman of the Martinez Group, he didn’t manage the company, preferring to enjoy life.
Chris and Ryan didn’t live at home, and Tobias and Zander were still in school, so the vast Martinez Group was managed by Kevin.
With the company’s subsidiary about to go public, Kevin was working around the clock, sometimes even sleeping at the office. Amelia hadn’t seen him for days.
“Amelia, where are you right now?” Kevin’s voice came through, sounding stern and urgent, making Amelia stop in her tracks.
“I just had dinner outside. I’m with Chris and Tobias,” she replied.
“You’re with Chris and Tobias?” Kevin was surprised.
It was normal for Tobias to be with Amelia since they went to school together. But Chris? Chris hated eating out, claiming restaurants weren’t clean enough.
But that wasn’t the main issue.
Kevin’s tone turned serious. “Amelia, after the gala, did you give Vaughn a prescription?”
“A prescription?” Amelia echoed, suddenly remembering.
She had given Vaughn a five-day dosage, which should have ended today, curing his ailment.
“Yes, I did,” Amelia said. “Why, Kevin?”
“So it was your prescription,” Kevin took a sharp breath, sounding anxious. “You shouldn’t have done that.”
“You’re still in high school, not a licensed doctor. How could you prescribe medicine to someone?”
“And Mr. Williams, trusting you, actually followed your prescription.”
“Did something happen, Kevin?”
Amelia felt a sinking feeling from Kevin’s severe tone. “Did something happen to Mr. Williams?”
Kevin took a deep breath. “I don’t know the details, but I heard Mr. Williams coughed up blood after breakfast and then passed out. He hasn’t woken up since.”
“The Williams family’s doctors rushed over but couldn’t diagnose it. They asked about his recent diet and habits.”
“The servants said everything was normal, except he’d been taking your medicine.”
“So Mrs. Kismet Williams is furious, accusing you of harming Mr. Vaughn Williams.”
Vaughn coughed blood and fainted?
Amelia’s grip tightened on her phone.
The prescription was meant to help Vaughn’s liver, but coughing blood indicated lung issues, possibly leading to fainting.
It couldn’t be the prescription.
But what went wrong?
“I’m heading to The Williams Mansion now. Since you’re with Chris and Tobias, come to The Williams Mansion too. I’ll arrange for your absence from school,” Kevin said.
Amelia took a deep breath and agreed. “Got it, Kevin. We’re on our way.”