The group noticed that Miles Harrington’s attitude wasn’t very serious, and for a mont, they couldn’t make up their minds. After a while, another representative asked, "Alright, even if all that makes sense, how do you explain the fire at The Directorate, Mr. President? Are you going to tell us that woman is really dead?"
After speaking, the person held up a photograph in front of the cara.
It depicted Ethan Sterling holding Seraphina Redgrave, standing in front of The Directorate, with officers holding guns in the background.
Moreover, Ethan Sterling was covered in wounds in the photo.
Miles Harrington’s heart skipped a beat upon seeing the photograph. Who took this photo? On that day, aside from them, who else was present?
"Mr. President, faced with such conclusive evidence, will you still defend Ethan Sterling? If Ethan Sterling has no affection for this woman, why would he end up so severely injured saving her?" the person holding the photo asked.
"Oh, so this is the photograph that has your backers fooling you into such confusion," Miles Harrington intentionally revealed an understanding expression. "Alright, since that’s the case, I’ll tell you the facts. Ethan Sterling did indeed take Seraphina Redgrave away that day."
"!"
The representatives on the screen were all taken aback.
Imdiately, Miles Harrington took out his phone and played a recording that Ethan Sterling had sent him.
"I, Ethan Sterling, haven’t had enough fun with this woman yet. If The Directorate dares make a move, expect my revenge."
"Miles Harrington, I can promise you that once I’m done with this woman, I’ll return her to you."
"In two weeks, I’ll give her back to you."
From the phone’s player ca Ethan Sterling’s familiar, overbearing voice.
This left everyone even more confused. What’s going on here? Why doesn’t the plot seem right?
"The whole incident started with that banquet you ntioned earlier. After Ethan Sterling invited that woman to dance, he developed a bit of interest in her. However, that woman despised tycoons and refused Ethan Sterling’s kindness, which sparked Ethan Sterling’s desire to conquer her. He wanted to fool this woman into genuinely liking him,"
Miles Harrington continued, "So that day, he felt the opportunity had co. He could dress like that, make himself appear disheveled, and go to The Directorate to snatch her. As he expected, this woman indeed felt sympathy for him and developed affection. These past few days, he’s had a great ti, not even caring about the business of the conglorate."
After finishing the call, Miles Harrington genuinely wanted to award himself a "Story King" title.
Even if he were laid off in the future, he could still make a living by making up stories.
"..."
These words successfully swayed the tycoons, but they still weren’t completely convinced.
Soone else said, "However, we’ve also heard that when that woman was caught, the President seed to have so unusual moves, strongly preventing Ethan Sterling from returning to the country."
Who is the person behind this? They even managed to uncover this; no wonder they have the ability to collude with all the tycoons.
"That’s a different story altogether. But it seems like your logic has a bit of a flaw. If Ethan Sterling wants to return, do I have the power to stop him?" Miles Harrington laughed self-deprecatingly, incredibly realistically.
"..."
That remark seed flawless.
The group fell silent again, pondering whether Miles Harrington’s words were true or false.
"Actually, this matter can be solved quite simply. I can give Ethan Sterling a little face, let him continue to play with that woman. Once the two weeks are up, she’ll return to my hands, and then we can settle it. But who would have thought you’d stir up such a big commotion,"
Miles Harrington found the expressions on each representative’s face on the large screen amusing, "And you don’t even consider that if Ethan Sterling finds out about your thoughts, who could invite that dignitary away? In the end, each of you would be toyed with by him."
"..."
Everyone was lost in thought.
"Do I need to remind you of Ethan Sterling’s past deeds once more? Holding a gun to his own father’s head to claim Sterling’s authority. During his ti in power, Z-country’s economy was practically dictated by him, and this person has no rules. You have no idea where you might provoke him and end up seeking your own demise,"
Miles Harrington continued to exaggerate the severity of the situation, intimidating them, "So, are you sure you want to risk tearing faces with him over a woman from Veridian Isle?"
With the final question, most of them felt cold sweat covering their foreheads. Soone else said, "Mr. President, that woman surely isn’t simple. At a young age, she mixed into The Law Council and even wants to beco a mber of Parliant. I think she must be holding so secrets related to Veridian Isle."
"So what? Are you implying that Seraphina Redgrave has shared these secrets with Ethan Sterling, and he’s using them to destroy you?"
Miles Harrington laughed again, this ti laughing more exaggeratedly, "Do you think Ethan Sterling is brainless? He’s the head tycoon of Z-country. Even if the love runs deep, he wouldn’t destroy himself."
No, he would. He indeed wants to destroy himself.
Miles Harrington silently refuted his previous words in his heart.
With his words, everyone present began to reevaluate their plan.
After all, Miles Harrington’s words certainly seed more credible than any deep-seated affection. How could soone like Ethan Sterling destroy himself over a woman?
Miles Harrington observed the change in their expressions, and he knew the timing had arrived. So he continued, "Alright, we’ve co to this point, and fortunately, it hasn’t reached an irreparable state. Let be frank with you; during my tenure, I want stability and don’t wish for any major disturbances. Today, let’s act as if nothing happened, and this call never took place. I won’t ntion anything to Ethan Sterling."
"..."
"In three days, Ethan Sterling will hand over the person to . Whether you want to interrogate or kill her, you can discuss the outco within this tifra,"
Miles Harrington said.
The group fell into silence again, unable to decide for a while.
"Do you still want to go against Ethan Sterling? Then you’re indeed thick-headed,"
Miles Harrington intensified the provocation, "But based on what I’ve learned about Ethan Sterling over the years, if he gets truly ruthless, not even Ryan Sterling’s rise to power could guarantee your safety, so you should wish yourself luck."
After a good while of silence, the Garrison Family’s representative was the first to speak, "If we can peacefully resolve this issue, we don’t wish for things to get too ugly. Mr. President, we have no reason not to trust your words, but I hope that when the handover happens in three days, I can send my people to be present."
The posture seed dead-set on going after Seraphina Redgrave.
"Alright, you can all send representatives to be present, but they must watch quietly, not get confused by so nonsensical remarks again,"
Miles Harrington said.
After discussing so other matters, the call finally ended.
Miles Harrington exhaled with relief, leaning back in his seat with eyes closed to rest.
He had overco this hurdle, but would Ethan Sterling really hand over the person once the two-week deadline was up?
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