Rewrite Her Thrilling Life (Lillian and Sebastian) novel Chapter 578

**TITLE: The Billionaire’s Last Obsession series 578**
**Chapter 578: The Situation Escalates**

Evan’s palm met the polished surface of the table with a resounding thud, reverberating through the air as he barked, “Nonsense! Sebastian would never stoop to such depths. I demand an investigation immediately.” His voice was a mixture of indignation and disbelief, for he knew the core of his grandson’s character. The boy was principled, steadfast—a beacon of integrity in a world often shrouded in shadows.

“I understand,” Foster replied, his voice barely above a whisper, as he slipped out of the room, a sense of trepidation weighing heavily on his shoulders. The tension was palpable, and he could feel the weight of Evan’s scrutiny even as he retreated.

Meanwhile, at the sprawling Phillips estate—

Merrick sat transfixed, his eyes glued to the news report flickering on the screen, disbelief washing over him like a cold wave. The headline screamed scandal, and he felt a knot tighten in his stomach.

“Grandfather,” Eric ventured cautiously, his brow furrowed with concern, “shouldn’t we confront Sebastian directly about this? It’s only fair to hear his side.”

Merrick shook his head slowly, his expression grave. “Not yet. Let’s allow the situation to unfold. Remember, the media has only presented this girl’s perspective. For now, Sebastian has chosen silence. We must refrain from hasty judgments—without solid evidence, we risk making fools of ourselves.”

“Understood,” Eric replied, his voice barely above a murmur, the weight of his grandfather’s words sinking in.

In a shadowy corner of the room, Madison’s eyes flicked to the newspaper, a sardonic smile curling her lips. She hadn’t anticipated Laney’s audacity; it was a miscalculation she would not repeat. This development was fortuitous. She was eager to witness how long Lillian could maintain her air of superiority. Without Sebastian’s support, Lillian’s confidence would crumble—she was just a fragile bird without her wings.

**Kingston University.**

In the bustling dining hall—

Isabelle’s gaze was fixed on Lillian, her brow knit with concern. “Lillian, don’t you think it would be wise to speak with Mr. Whitmore about this? After all, we’ve only heard Laney’s side of the story. There might be a misunderstanding at play.”

The news had spread like wildfire, igniting a frenzy across the campus. Whispers filled the air, and the atmosphere crackled with excitement. Everyone was aware of the unfolding drama. Those who once envied Lillian now eagerly awaited her downfall, their anticipation palpable.

Isabelle quickly added, “That’s right! We genuinely didn’t know how to break the news. At Elsie’s birthday party, I had gathered my courage to say something, but when the moment came, I just couldn’t.”

Lillian offered them a gentle smile, her demeanor softening. “It’s alright. I wouldn’t hold something so trivial against you. Besides, you two weren’t the right messengers for this news. I don’t blame you.”

**Empire Group.**

Outside the imposing building, a throng of reporters clamored at the gates, their voices a cacophony of anticipation and desperation, all vying for a glimpse of the elusive head of Empire Group. Kingston was captivated, its collective gaze fixed on the unfolding scandal.

Inside the office—

A man reclined languidly on the plush sofa in the lounge area, his dark eyes gleaming with a cold, calculating light as they remained glued to the screen before him. The news reports detailing the scandal played out in vivid detail, each word a note in a symphony of chaos. He savored the unfolding drama, knowing that this was merely the beginning of a much larger game.