"If you're seeking revenge for me uploading a picture of you and that man to the company intranet, I apologize. But please, stop fabricating rumors to defame me."

Lyla attempted to appear victimized and conciliatory, but her words remained harsh.

She seemed to believe she hadn't done anything wrong and wanted to place the blame on Ariana.

"I couldn't care less about you. But you know if it's a rumor or the truth," Ariana mocked her.

As Ariana stood her ground, Lyla's anger flared up once more. She snapped, “Ariana, stop being so insolent!"