We need to boot this brand out of the market pronto. Can't let these skincare products mess up our skin."

"I won't use skincare products for my face."

Watching the streamer break down the details, Lilah stayed cool.

Lilah had a clear grasp of what was in her skincare stuff and how it worked. If a user's skin felt dry or hurt after a few days, it was because the poison was finally getting cleaned out.

Over time, users would notice a change in how they felt and the state of their skin.

The streamer snagged another report from the table, saying, "Honestly, the old brands are the most reliable. Check out this report on White Dew's products. Everyone knows White Dew. Let me tell you what's in their products. The ingredients are pure and any side effects are history. Stick with it for the long haul and your skin troubles will vanish."

The crowd bought into the streamer's talk, thanks to her reputation and analysis.

"I'm sold on old brands. My future purchases will be old brands only."

“I used this brand before. Didn't work wonders on my skin but my face did get all bright and smooth."

“Count me in."

Seeing this, Lilah bounced from the live stream, and a knock echoed on her door.

Slipping on her slippers, she got up, strolled over, and asked, “Who's there?"

"Lilah, it's me," came Gerard's soft voice from outside.

Lilah swung the door open, eyeing the dapper man in a suit. “It's pretty late. Shouldn't you be hitting the hay? Is Jerrold asleep?"

“Want me to chat at the doorway?" Gerard grinned at Lilah.

"Step in," Lilah said, turning toward the couch. Gerard trailed in, shutting the door behind him.

Speaking in hushed tones, he asked, “Jerrold's out. How's everything going?"

Running a brand wasn't a walk in the park. It could crumble in an instant.

Gerard trusted Lilah's capabilities but wanted to be in the trenches with her.

Perched on the sofa, Lilah shared, "The Internet's buzzing with comments but it's not the right time to debunk the rumors. I'll handle it tomorrow."

“What's on your agenda for tomorrow?" Gerard settled next to Lilah, eyes fixed on her face.

"I want to track down a more renowned and trustworthy examiner to help me out. That's the best way," Lilah stated.

Yet, finding a reliable examiner wasn't a piece of cake.

Gerard seemed to read Lilah's mind. "I know someone. She's a big shot in skincare. Meet her tomorrow."