Chapter 139: Girl's Troubles

Ava glanced uncertainly at Evan. Much as she adored the car, she could not accept. "I cannot take this!"

"The success belongs to Mr. Smith alone. I was but a minor player!"

"A minor player?" Adam demurred. "You were among our first broadcasters when Tiktok was still a fledgling platform. You are most deserving!"

"Mr. Smith means no impropriety!"

A chorus urged her acceptance, and upon Evan's nod of assurance, Ava acquiesced.

"Then please convey my gratitude to Mr. Smith."

If not for Smith's instructions, Adam would have revealed Evan's identity then and there. Smiling, he replied, "Of course."

Ava rejoined her friends, and Evan smiled reassuringly. "Fear not, I harbor no untoward thoughts."

Relief palpable, Ava nodded.

Adam savored this gratifying moment before addressing the crowd anew. "Enough indulgence—now it's your turn!"

The rules had been outlined; now for the prizes. "First, the third prize: $50,000, with twenty winners!"

Stunned exclamations resounded even from the report

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