Chapter 238
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“Using the public opinion online against Stephen is the best strategy now. As for the widows, Ethan had helped them in the past, so they were momentarily confused and chose to lie on his behalf. However, Stephen treats them very well too. He has promised them that no matter what Ethan gave them, he would give them more!”
Simon wanted to steal credit for what Ethan did to take away everything that belonged to Ethan!
The others suddenly realized the truth.
“I see.”
“So that’s how it is.”
“In that case, it means Ethan tried to impersonate the Grand Marshal’s mentee in hopes of lessening his crimes.”
“The South Regent even cooperated with him. Maybe Ethan is planning to defect. We should assign more people to watch him.”
Simon could not help but smile as he listened to the murmurs around him.
Yes, that was exactly the result he wanted!
All the good was attributed to Stephen, while all the bad would be pinned on Ethan. They were determined to squeeze out every last bit of value out of Ethan!
“Now that we have an understanding of the situation, how should we report it?”
Simon stood up and said, “I have a plan. Just do as I say. Ethan Rivers is not the Grand Marshal’s mentee; Stephen is. However, Ethan’s kindness to the widows can’t be ignored, so we’ll call it even and not pursue any further action against him.
“Stephen has taken over the responsibility of caring for the widows since he returned to Riveria, and he’s doing an even better job than Ethan.‘
After hearing Simon’s plan, the others exchanged glances and nodded in approval.
“Not bad.”
“Let’s go with that.”
“It’s perfect. It’ll placate everyone while making us seem generous.”
Although Ethan had made a mistake, they were willing to give him a chance because of his past good deeds!
In reality, Ethan had not done anything wrong. It was Stephen who had always been in the wrong, yet he never faced any punishment!
Chapter 238
At the peak of the online discussion, an announcement was released.
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[Stephen Quinn is the true mentee of the Grand Marshal! The widows spoke up for Ethan Rivers because of the help he provided them, but it is still wrong to impersonate the Grand Marshal’s mentee. However, the federal government has decided not to press charges in consideration of his past good deeds. Be vigilant against foreign influences!]
The moment the statement was released, the netizens were all stunned. The truth was unexpected.
“So Stephen is innocent and Ethan isn’t that guilty? Then, who’s wrong?”
“It feels like we were in the wrong?”
First, they threw insults at Ethan and then Stephen. Yet now, as the truth came to light, it turned out that Stephen was a good guy, and even Ethan had done some noble things in the past. Suddenly, it was wrong no matter who they criticized.
The online community felt numb. In the span of one day, they had cursed the wrong person twice. Now, they felt like they were cursing themselves with those insults. Shame overwhelmed them, and they wished they could just vanish on the spot.
After the meeting, Simon called George and laughed. “You did a great job today. If not for your idea, this whole thing would’ve been a disaster.”
George smiled. “It’s nothing. I’m just glad I could help.”
He could not stand by and watch as the Quinns fell. After all, the Lowes had not truly risen to power yet, so the Quinns were still useful.
Simon thanked George and hung up the phone.
There was still one more important matter he had to handle–contacting the South Regent. He had to stop the South Regent from speaking up for Ethan.
It did not take long for the South Regent to pick up.
“That was a good move, Quinn,” the South Regent spoke.
He had seen the statement and was surprised Simon managed to turn the situation around.
“You’re no slouch either,” Simon said.
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