The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 2767

Regina furrowed her brow, a look of disdain crossing her face as she considered Ahab's words. She had always been a firm believer in the adage "the innocent have nothing to hide," but she was also acutely aware that some folks were gullible enough to fall for Ahab's fabrications.

"Sorry to burst your bubble, Mr. Ahab," she said, her voice laced with ice. "I've recorded every single word you just spouted. As for the rumors you've been spreading, my lawyer will handle them from here on out. Don't think for a second that because I'm the new kid on the block, I'm an easy target. The article in that magazine? Consider it Exhibit A in the lawsuit I'm bringing against you. You're going to pay for this."

The colleagues around them were visibly taken aback by Regina's boldness, some admiring her resolve to take a stand. Litigation wasn't a short game; it was a marathon that could stretch on indefinitely.

It was clear Regina was in it for the long haul, ready to settle the score once and for all.

"Bullshit! Everything I said was the truth. Prove me wrong!" Ahab retorted, his voice rising in anger.

Regina cracked a wry smile. "If you're so confident, Mr. Ahab, then I've got nothing more to say. I'll see you in court. Let's see if you're still this brazen when the gavel comes down. And I wonder if your dear uncle will still vouch for you then?"

Ahab's heart sank as he remembered his uncle's warnings to keep a low profile and avoid causing any trouble. If Regina took him to court, how could he possibly win without his uncle's influence?

If he lost to her, he'd be branded for life, the stain of shame irremovable. How could he, a journalist with a bright future, become the pariah everyone scorned?

Fear clawed at Ahab's heart. His eyes darted to the recording pen in Regina's hand, and he lunged forward in a desperate attempt to snatch it away. He couldn't let her sue him!

"What's the matter, Mr. Ahab? Lost your nerve?" Regina taunted, a smirk playing on her lips as she effortlessly sidestepped his clumsy advance. "I thought we agreed to settle this in court. Why the rush to grab my evidence?"

Regina's colleagues felt a shiver run down their spines; it was clear she was out for blood.