NOVEL NEXT Chapter 965 Logan's Counterattack
First, the public had already heard it, so erasing it would only raise suspicions. Second, the song held deep sentimental value for him, making it impossible to discard. Perhaps that was precisely why Lucas had gambled on releasing the same track; he knew Logan would never let it go, especially for his debut.
Lucas thought he could step on Logan and use him as nothing more than a stepping stone to fame. Unfortunately for him, Logan was no longer the same helpless boy from the novel.
With Hera's guidance, Logan, together with the Music Director, secured patents for every song he composed, as long as there was solid evidence proving his authorship.
It was a costly move, especially since Logan had written dozens of songs since the beginning, but the Music Director and the CEO of Universal Entertainment didn't hesitate. They went all in for their future music genius, determined to give him both the confidence and the undeniable proof he needed to rise from the ashes Lucas had tried to burn him in.
After releasing Logan's original music album on Spotify and other major music platforms, they also shared a step-by-step recorded, video documenting his process of composing the tracks.
Alongside this, they included footage of his earlier compositions, showcasing just how young he was when he first began creating music, pieces that didn't even make it into the album.
Many anti-fans, determined to find similarities or patterns in Logan's songs to accuse him of plagiarism, ended up downloading the tracks one by one. Their intentions may have been malicious, but a sale was still a sale, so no one complained and simply let them be.
Some even began analyzing the released videos of Logan composing during his teenage years, using nothing more than a guitar and a low-quality mic. Back then, his voice was still slightly high-pitched as he was going through adolescence, very different from the deep, soulful tone he had now.
He appeared shy and awkward in front of the camera at first, but the moment he started writing lyrics and composing melodies while talking to himself, his entire aura changed. He plucked at the strings with a quiet smile, as though nurturing each note like a child growing with every strum, until eventually, the song took form.
He even explained the inspiration behind every note and the meaning woven into each composition. And more than that, viewers soon realized that every one of Logan's pieces carried a subtle, intricate pattern, one so well hidden it was almost impossible to notice unless Logan himself pointed it out.
More than that, Logan had another layer of protection for his work, an invisible ink signature hidden within his manuscripts. Even if someone managed to steal them, he could still prove they were his.
He kept both written and digital copies, and whenever he presented evidence of ownership, he could easily reveal the invisible ink markings as undeniable proof. In fact, this became something of a trademark habit.
After discovering invisible ink as a child, he was so fascinated by the idea of secrecy and mystery that he began inscribing his name and signature in every manuscript. He even mentioned this practice in one of his videos while composing, turning what started as a playful quirk into a safeguard that would later serve him well.
While the internet buzzed with heated discussions, Lucas remained blissfully unaware, still floating on cloud nine after his unexpected encounter with a fan that had led to them spending the night together. At that moment, he was still preoccupied with his private indulgence, oblivious to the storm brewing online.
Meanwhile, as Logan's videos and music continued climbing the trending charts, Rafael's company, Star Ocean Entertainment, made its move. They released an official statement announcing the conclusion of their open investigation and its results, adding even more fuel to the already surging conversation.
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[Star_Ocean_Entertainment (Verified): Good day, everyone. As promised, we have conducted a thorough internal investigation over the past few days, leaving no stone unturned. Our inquiry included not only recent activities but also a detailed review of our artist's past since the beginning of his career.
All the evidence we uncovered has been compiled in the file attached below for transparency. Please take a look. We kindly ask that you do not mistake our actions as using someone as a scapegoat.
Star Ocean Entertainment is a company that values integrity, adheres strictly to the law, and stands firmly against plagiarism in any form. Creativity is an artist's sweat and blood, and we believe it must be protected and respected.
Although Mr. Lucas Freed was one of our artists, we cannot and will not tolerate such behavior within our company, as it only fosters injustice and damages the foundation of the industry. Therefore, with sincerity and fairness, we are disclosing the truth we uncovered.
Effective immediately, we are terminating our contract with Mr. Lucas Freed. Regarding the breach of contract, our legal team will issue a formal letter to the other party, and the matter will be handled accordingly.
Thank you all for your trust and support. We will continue to stand by those who create with honesty and passion. Please keep supporting the rising stars of this industry as they shine on their own rightful stage.]
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[Universal_Entertainment (Verified): Hello everyone, we are delighted to officially introduce our new artist, Logan Walker, and his original album, composed entirely by himself. This talented young man has unfortunately been vilified these past few days, and while we regret not speaking sooner, we were occupied with recording his newly composed songs.
Truthfully, the challenge wasn't creating music; it was deciding which of his works to release first, as each one carries its own unique brilliance and charm.
Because our focus has always been on helping true stars shine on their own stage, we did not waste our time responding to the meaningless buzz of flies. Not because we had anything to hide, but because we are confident that no baseless accusations or empty slanders, without a shred of evidence, can overshadow genuine talent.
For full transparency, please review the files attached below. They not only include detailed records of Logan Walker's songwriting and composition process but also evidence identifying the true plagiarist.
Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to seeing you at Logan Walker's very first concert in just a few days!]
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Just as UE had mentioned in their statement, when netizens following the plagiarism scandal clicked on the attached files, they discovered not only Logan's detailed records of composing songs since his teenage years but also damning footage of Lucas.
The videos clearly showed Lucas repeatedly sneaking into Logan's room to take his composition notebooks. In several clips, he could even be seen copying the music with a smug, almost wicked smile, completely unaware that he was being recorded.
It seemed that at some point, Logan had realized someone was tampering with his belongings, so he began leaving a camera running whenever he left his room. This decision led to multiple instances of Lucas being caught red-handed.
And yet, Logan never raised a fuss. To him, Lucas was like a brother. He also knew Lucas loved joining singing contests, and for Logan, as long as his compositions were heard, enjoyed, and loved by others, it was enough, a quiet form of validation that made him genuinely happy for days.
Because of this revelation, everyone finally realized that the songs Lucas had once bragged about and performed at countless events were never his to begin with, they were all Logan's creations. Soon, their former schoolmates began flooding the internet with heated comments.
[AMVAnna: Holy shit!!! What did I just see?! Logan was the real music prodigy all along?! And yet we bullied him, thinking he was treating Lucas badly behind the scenes, or that he was jealous of Lucas's so-called talent.]
[AMVAnna: But now that I think about it… did we ever really see Logan make things hard for Lucas? No. We only ever heard Lucas say it in that pitiful voice while pretending to defend Logan. Looking at it now, wasn't Lucas just acting like a male green tea bitch, misleading all of us into bullying Logan?]
[VictoryIsWithinReach: @AMVAnna That's not even the half of it. Think about it, have we ever seen Logan lose his temper at Lucas? Did he ever show jealousy toward him? No. Aside from being introverted and gloomy, Logan always kept to himself, quiet as a mouse.]
[VictoryIsWithinReach: And yet he was the one bullied, isolated, and hated, all because of Lucas's manipulations. In the end, Lucas was living like a king in someone else's home, while the real son was treated so badly he sank into depression.]
[VictoryIsWithinReach: And to make it worse, even Logan's only source of joy, his music, was stolen by the same monster. That's beyond cruel. Honestly, I feel disgusting, like I was no better than that scumbag Lucas. He acted kind and magnanimous on the surface, but his heart was darker than the sewers.]