Chapter 117. The Free Publicity

“So you thought you had won, Anna?” Emma mused to herself, a calm sense of triumph washing over her. In truth, her goal wasn’t to shine in front of the media or steal the spotlight. What she truly cared about was creating a situation where Anna couldn’t refuse to participate in the upcoming charity auction. And now, Anna had not only stepped into this game on her own but had also brought the media’s attention—something Emma couldn’t have hoped for more.

“Thank you, Anna, for saving me a huge amount on publicity,” Emma chuckled inwardly. “You’ve even helped me spread the word about this event to a broader audience. Now, all I need to do is capitalize on it perfectly.”

Maintaining her serene smile, Emma faced the reporters, who continued their questioning.

Another journalist quickly chimed in, “So, do you plan on working long-term with Anna on charity projects?”

Emma smiled softly, her eyes gleaming. “We’re always open to collaboration if it benefits the commun