From Betrayal to Brilliance Her Rise to a New Life novel Chapter 323

### Her Rise 323

**Chapter 323: Livestreaming the Operation**

The atmosphere outside was electric with tension as reporters crowded around Maya, their skepticism palpable. Whispers of doubt had begun to circulate, suggesting that she had concocted the video to tarnish Athena’s reputation, portraying her as incompetent. The implications were heavy, and the air thick with anticipation.

But now, the truth had finally emerged, and it was like a storm brewing on the horizon.

“Professor Rice, can you confirm whether the video you released about Athena was fabricated?” one reporter pressed, his voice sharp and demanding.

“Did you stage it because you wanted to sabotage Athena’s chances of passing this assessment?” another voice chimed in, the questions coming at her like a barrage of arrows.

“Professor Rice, please, a few words for our audience?” The reporters were relentless, their inquiries overlapping, leaving Maya reeling and utterly speechless.

In that moment, she realized that even if she attempted to deny the accusations, her words would fall on deaf ears. The seeds of doubt had been sown, and no one would take her claims seriously. Even if she tried to assert that Roxanne had provided her the video, she was painfully aware that she had no evidence to support her story. Time was not on her side, and no one would wait for her to gather any proof.

Meanwhile, in the surveillance room, Athena observed the chaos unfolding outside. She could see Maya, ensnared by the reporters, and a wave of conflicting emotions washed over her. Just moments ago, she had felt as though she had plunged into the depths of despair, convinced that her fate was sealed. Yet now, the tides had shifted, and hope flickered within her.

Her heart raced, pounding against her chest as she grappled with the implications of the leaked video. She had intended to reveal her overseas assessment results after the surgery. Who could have possibly leaked such sensitive information?

Athena’s gaze darted back to the account that had posted the video. It appeared to be an ordinary marketing profile, devoid of any clues about the identity of the orchestrator. Could Zaden have been involved? The thought crossed her mind, but she quickly dismissed it. If Zaden had been behind it, he would have confided in her immediately. The silence he maintained only reinforced her belief that he was as much in the dark as she was. So, who was the culprit?

Her brow furrowed in frustration as she pondered the situation. She had never anticipated that a mere test score could unleash such a tempest. What would happen if people discovered her true identity as Athena? The very thought sent shivers down her spine, as she imagined the seismic repercussions.

Just then, Zaden entered the room, and upon seeing the chaos on the surveillance screen, where Maya was besieged by reporters, Athena couldn’t resist a playful jab. “Seeing your charming ex-girlfriend in such a predicament—doesn’t it make you want to swoop in and play the hero?”

Zaden maintained his composure, his expression unreadable. Without a moment’s hesitation, he replied, “No.”

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