Chapter 126
A quick thought later, Stephen came up with an idea.
“Aqua City has beautiful aquatic scenery and an abundance of freshwater produce. If the sports games can be held there, the city will see a rise in fame and attract more tourists, local and foreign.
“Companies working in the food and beverage industry, especially those specialized in freshwater produce, will seek a collaboration with the event. It will definitely benefit the city.”
He was elated. The sports games‘ timing was impeccable.
“If we can hold some games on the water, the city’s fame will skyrocket!”
He rubbed his hands excitedly, already envisioning the city’s future.
“Once the city is famous, the GDP will rise!”
Stephen immediately contacted the mayor of Aqua City, informing the man of his upcoming visit.
The sports game was crucial to Aqua City, and he needed to oversee the plans personally. More importantly, he wanted them to build the event platform directly on the water!
Stephen thought. “While the athletes compete hard in the water, the audience can cheer on them from the shore. It’ll be a beautiful scene.
After the call with the mayor, he felt a subtle change within himself. He realized he had. matured. He had come up with a brilliant plan so effortlessly and even contacted the mayor promptly.
Then, he suddenly thought of Ethan, who had always been calm.
“If I see him again, I won’t lose my cool. Two defeats have made me stronger.
In terms of presence and composure, he felt confident that he could rival Ethan.
“Though it would be some time before we meet again, Ethan Rivers.”
After all, he was starting to get busy.
Later in the afternoon, Simon sent him a script and requested him to apologize to the public again.
The script read, “I’m sorry I have failed the people who trusted me. There won’t be a next time. Let us work together for a better future…
The apology was just a standard operating procedure and nothing sincere. It was to reduce prejudice toward Stephen and make a more favorable impression on others.
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Chapter 126
When the apology video was released, it worked like a charm. Now, the internet was switching their target to Howard and Dennis.
Stephen had been under fire for a whole day, and it almost wrecked him mentally. In the end, he had no choice but to rely on his father to negotiate with Dennis to save him. However, that strategy could only be used once as partnering with his enemy had put Simon under immense pressure.
Simon called Stephen, his voice heavy with congern. “Where are you going next?”
“Aqua City. They are having their sports games soon,” Stephen replied without hesitation. “I already have a plan.”
Simon nodded with relief. “It looks like you’ve learned a lot from the previous incidents.”
Stepherr smiled confidently. “Of course. I’m confident that I can rival Ethan now. No matter what problems Riveria faces in the future, we don’t need to go to him anymore. I will surpass him!”
“Good!” Simon praised..
He was happy with Stephen’s determination and confidence. That was what the son of the Quinns should be like.
Ethan Rivers was just an orphan, raised by an old man. He had no background or identity, only his quick–witted thoughts. What could he offer that could compare to Stephen?
Now that Stephen had gained the experience and confidence, it would be a breeze to surpass Ethan.
“You being confident is a good thing, but you have to be careful too. Don’t let yourself get tricked again,” Simon said.
“Don’t worry about it,” Stephen assured with a smile.
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