Chapter 81. Liar

Reese

Knowing that negative comments impact me far more than positive ones, I’ve decided not to open any of my social media accounts for now.

“So, what are the bashers saying this time?” I inquired, my tone disinterested. “I guess, the usual negative comments, like I’m a bitch. A whore. A homewrecker. Nothing new?”

Jimmy let out a deep sigh, shaking his head in disbelief. He appeared exhausted, and I suddenly felt guilty for making him seem older than his forty-year-old self.

I’ve only been acquainted with Jimmy for seven months, yet he’s always been kind to me. Typically, he would defend me when Flora scolded me and handle the situation with diplomacy. However, at this moment, I sensed that he was about to chastise me as well.

“Riley, there are no more projects lined up for you,” he stated, disregarding my inquiry about the critics. “Aren’t you worried about your career?”

I was conscious of this fact. I was aware that my career was on the