Emily Simpson has spoken out regarding Alexis Bellino's claim that her boyfriend, John Janssen, offered to pay her salary to avoid returning to the Real Housewives of Orange County. During interviews, Emily expressed skepticism about the logic behind John's offer, suggesting it raises more questions than it answers about their relationship dynamics. She also noted that while she remains friendly with Alexis, she believes Shannon Beador is handling her challenges with grace and is 'winning' this season's drama. Alexis defended her relationship with John, stating that he initially did not support her return to RHOC and that their romance blossomed without the intention of causing conflict with Shannon. Emily has voiced concerns that Alexis's motivations for returning to the show seem focused on undermining Shannon rather than fostering genuine connections with the cast. The ongoing tensions among the cast reflect the intricacies of friendships and rivalries in the reality TV landscape.