Chapter 340

Chapter 340:

At his words, a shadow flickered briefly but unmistakably across Delilah’s face.

Daryl shifted uncomfortably in her seat, sensing the tension, while the rest of the Edwards family simmered with resentment, squarely blaming Janice for Lowell’s outburst.

“Dad, don’t worry. I’ll make sure Janice faces public scrutiny today,” Dotson interjected sharply, his gaze cold. His voice held no warmth when speaking of his sister, only a frosty, detached calm. “She’s been skulking in the shadows, too scared to show her face, right? Well, I’ll drag her into the daylight and let everyone see the disgrace she really is.”

“Dotson, isn’t that going a bit too far?” Delilah’s voice wavered as she feigned concern, biting her lip. “Regardless of everything, she’s still family. If we push her away too harshly, she might never come back.”

“That’d be a damn relief,” Connor sneered, disdain dripping from his voice. “I’d prefer it if she stayed far away from us, forever. All she’s done is humiliate this family, tarnish your name and your mother’s, and accuse you of things you didn’t do. A daughter like that isn’t worth keeping around.”

“That’s right! She aimed to destroy me. Why should we hold back? She deserves to be obliterated,” Carman exclaimed, his voice full of malice.

“Yet there’s Delilah, remaining so compassionate, even after all the harm Janice inflicted on her.” Dotson released a deep, resonant sigh. “But don’t worry. I’ll make sure Janice is seen as the villain by everyone.”

Laurie remained motionless, her eyebrows deeply furrowed. Beneath her calm exterior, a quiet storm of emotions brewed.

However, she quickly cast these thoughts aside, convincing herself that Janice was at the core of their troubles and fully deserved everything coming her way.

“Dotson, it’s time,” Candace declared, moving closer to them.

A gleam of determination flashed in Dotson’s eyes as he adjusted his jacket, preparing to face the crowd.

Pausing momentarily, he checked his phone one last time. An email from Latonia confirmed her presence. His heart thudded in his chest. After inhaling deeply to steady himself, he marched toward the stage.

The hall overflowed with excitement.

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Every corner buzzed with fervent chatter from Dotson’s fans, their voices a blend of eagerness and admiration. Among them were many new faces, recently captivated by his celebrated sense of justice that had come to light in recent days.

In the harsh reality of today’s world, marked by self-interest and the pursuit of personal gain, Dotson emerged as a beacon of moral fortitude.

His commitment to justice, even at the expense of his family ties—particularly his bold decision to publicly challenge Janice—had earned him immense respect. Cheers erupted throughout the crowded space. “Dotson, we love you!”

“Dotson, come out already! We’ve got to see you!”

“Is today the day he reveals something about his new book? I’ve been dying to know!”

As the excitement built to a crescendo, the host seized the perfect moment to intervene.

“Ladies and gentlemen, please put your hands together for the bestselling author—Dotson Edwards!” The announcement sent a wave of applause rippling through the crowd.

Spotlights danced across the hall, finally converging on Dotson as he made his charismatic entrance onto the stage. As he lifted his chin slightly, a self-assured smirk adorned his face, reveling in the thunderous applause.

“Dotson! Dotson!”

The thrill of hearing his name chanted like a mantra washed over him; in that instant, he felt like nobility, basking in the undying loyalty and adoration of his followers.

Yet, amid the sea of faces, his mind wandered to one person—Latonia.

“Thank you all for being here today,” Dotson began, accepting the microphone from the host. “This fan meeting is particularly meaningful to me. Over the past year, I’ve been blessed with immense success—three consecutive bestsellers that have captivated readers far and wide. However, I couldn’t have done any of this without your unwavering support. Today, I want to express my heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you.”

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