NovelEnglishJustin's eyes were clouded with a somber, troubled expression as he readied himself to call the president of the Savrow Daily. However, just as he was about to dial the number, Gregory interrupted him with a call.
Something seemed off. Justin wanted to step away from Bella to answer the call, but he was afraid she would think that he was keeping secrets. So he turned slightly and answered the call in a hushed tone.
"Dad, what's the matter?" "Was the news about the human drug experiments on Savrow Daily's official Twitter account your doing?" Gregory's tone was stern.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Yes." "I've already issued orders to have it taken down. As for the trending topic, if I don't take it down, someone else will!" Justin furrowed his brows, and his temples pulsed. "No, you can't take it down!" Bella's bright eyes observed Justin calmly.
"This decision isn't in my hands. The higher-ups have demanded that the news be taken down. There are doubts about the credibility of the information, as it was published without official confirmation. This has caused a significant public backlash and concern. If this issue isn't addressed properly, the Salvador Corporation could face serious trouble." In contrast to his usual practice of harshly scolding his son, Gregory spoke in a much more measured tone this time, outlining the potential upsides and downsides for Justin.
"First of all, this isn't unverified news-the video is real, and the human experiments are a known fact. The police have been secretly investigating the source of this illegal drug. If the media doesn't speak out now, when will they?" Justin was so angry that his voice bechoarse. “If the media chooses to stay silent, more people will suffer, and more will go astray! Hiding the truth would be the biggest mistake!" Bella's eyes fluttered as she breathed deeply, trying topose herself.
There was silence on the other end of the line.
After a long pause, Gregory spoke again, his tone unusually earnest.
"Justin, as your father, I'm not a heartless man When I was young, I too had a passion for my career, a desire to contribute to society, and a heart for charity. But all of that secondary to safeguarding the Salvador Corporation and the Salvador family. Before I am a philanthropist or a social activist, I must first be a businessman seeking to prioritize the family's interests." Justin was taken aback and pursed his lips, his eyes conveying a mix of emotions.
"This news has really stirred up the public and could cause smajor problems for the Salvador Corporation. We can't afford to get against the higher-ups here. That would just be unwise. The more sensitive the situation, the more important it is for us to stay under the radar and stay low-key." Justin's instincts, honed from years of experience, told him that something was off about Gregory's tone. "Dad, are these really your words, or is this something someone told you to say?" he asked.
He knew his father too well.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmGregory had spent a lifetin the limelight, courted by people in the business world. He was never one to be so detached or indifferent.
Gregory hesitated, then sighed.
"After the incident, Grant called me. Justin, he means no harm. He just wants to protect the Salvador Corporation from falling into chaos." "So, it's Grant." Justin felt a tightness in his chest as he looked at Bella next to him.
Bella's eyes were downcast, a paper cup pressed against her flushed lips. She appeared to be drinking, but she had not taken a sip in a long time, clearly lost in thought.
"Well, that's the bottom line. The higher-ups are shutting down that trending topic today. You just stay out of it. Even if such an inhumane issue exists in Savrow, it has nothing to do with you or the Salvador Corporation!" Now, that sounded like something Gregory would say.
Justin was ready to argue and hold his ground, but Bella tenderly placed her hand on his arm and gently shook her head.
After hanging up, Justin squeezed her small hand, letting out a bitter, muffled laugh.
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