Chapter 89: Counterattack (Part Two)
Monica stood there, shocked for a moment. Her eyes brimmed with a mix of anger and disdain as she finally spoke, “Janele, you’re a murderer. How dare you show up here?”
The reporters, seizing this unexpected turn of events, directed their attention and cameras toward Jane. Her unexpected appearance took everyone by surprise. Online users, who had speculated that Jane would be in hiding, vented their frustrations, hurling insults and curses her way.
However, some media personnel were thrilled, as Jane’s presence promised a more engaging and dramatic interview. The media couldn’t have asked for a better story, with the potential for a fiery confrontation between the two women.
A reporter, seizing the opportunity, stepped forward and questioned Jane, “Melissa and Monica have shared their accounts of what transpired at Lover Lake, stating that you pushed Monica into the lake. Is this true?”
Jane chuckled, looking at Melissa. “Melissa, did you truly witness me pushing Monica into the lake?”
Melissa nodded confidently. “Yes, my classmate and I saw the whole incident.”
“Are you absolutely certain?” Jane continued, her gaze shifting to Monica, a hint of a sneer playing on her lips. “Monica, did you clearly see me push you into the lake?”
Monica, filled with rage, responded angrily, “Yes! You’re so wicked that you wanted to murder me. How could I possibly be mistaken? You were the one who pushed me into the lake!”
Jane remained calm, her voice steady. “Monica, you claim that I pushed you into the lake with the intention of killing you. But you’re still alive, aren’t you? Who rescued you?”
Monica was caught off guard. She knew full well that Jane was the one who had saved her and performed CPR. However, she had no intention of revealing the truth. Monica glared at Jane and replied, “I lost consciousness at that moment. How could I know?”
“What about you, Melissa? You witnessed me pushing Monica into the water, so you must have seen who saved her, correct?” Jane inquired, arms crossed, her tone unwavering.
Melissa hesitated momentarily before responding, “It was… Osborn.”
Jane, raising her voice, addressed the ward’s door, “Osborn? Were you the one who rescued Monica?”
The reporters were ecstatic, unable to believe that Osborn had made an appearance. Osborn stepped into the room, removing his hat and sunglasses, revealing his handsome features.
“Wow, it’s Osborn, the movie star!”
Osborn was known for being low-key and rarely granting media interviews. Even though reporters would often trail him for a chance to snap a picture, it was a rare sight to see him at an event like this.
A reporter couldn’t hide his excitement and inquired, “Osborn, were you also present during the Lover Lake incident?”
Osborn nodded in affirmation. The reporter continued, “Can you tell us what transpired that day? Did Jane push Monica into the lake?”
Osborn cleared his throat and spoke gently, “No. On that day, we were at Lover Lake to shoot an advertisement. Jane had gone to scout the perfect location for the shoot. When I arrived at the scene, I saw Monica in the lake. I quickly jumped in to rescue her, even though I’m not a strong swimmer. Jane also entered the water to save both of us.”
The reporters exchanged incredulous glances, stunned by Osborn’s testimony. Jane was the one who had saved Monica. Why would she rescue Monica if she had pushed her into the lake with murderous intent?
Seeing the puzzled expressions of the reporters, Osborn retrieved his phone from his pocket, opened his photo library, and displayed a video. “I captured a video at the time. Take a look.”
In the video, Jane was skillfully administering CPR to Monica, her brow glistening with sweat.
“As you can see, if I had pushed Monica into the lake with the intention of killing her, why would I bother to save her? Do you think I’m that foolish?”
Jane asked with a sarcastic tone, her gaze fixed on the reporters.
Some of the reporters couldn’t contain their laughter upon hearing Jane’s remark. “Jane, don’t think you can erase your crime of attempting to murder Monica with a few words!” Melissa retorted, her face darkening.
Monica chimed in, “Exactly!”
Monica folded her arms and glared at Jane. “Even though you saved me, it doesn’t change the fact that you pushed me into the lake and wanted to kill me.”
Jane responded, her voice dripping with sarcasm, “Indeed? Who intended to kill whom? Who attacked me with a knife in Pansy Group’s garage?”
The reporters, upon hearing Jane’s statements, became intrigued. They inquired eagerly, “Do you mean…?”
Pansy Group’s underground garage was equipped with surveillance cameras, and Jane had retrieved the surveillance footage from that day this morning.
Jane began playing the video for all to see. In the video, Monica had insulted Jane, pulled out a knife, and attempted to stab her while shouting, “Jane, go to hell!”
The video abruptly paused, and Jane continued coldly, “You’ve all witnessed it. Monica was the one who attempted to stab me with a knife and take my life.”
Jane’s live video was being broadcast to viewers all over the country, and online comments started flooding in.Content from NôvelDr(a)ma.Org.
“Oh my God, Monica is a terrible person.”
“Jane seems to have turned the tables.”
“The plot thickens, and it’s becoming more intriguing. Keep it up!”
“Osborn is quite attractive. Is there anyone else who’s captivated by him? I stand with Osborn and Jane!”
Monica’s face contorted in frustration. “Jane, stop your lies! You were the one who pushed me into the lake.”
Jane sneered, “Lies? Do you really believe I’d push you into the lake, then save you? You must think I have a few screws loose, don’t you?”