Counterback of the Despised Luna by Diana West

Chapter 128 Press Conference

At precisely two o’clock, the press conference began, sharp and punctual.

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The room buzzed with electric anticipation. Reporters, cameras poised, maneuvered for the best angles, each of them eager not to miss a single moment of the unfolding story.

I stood off to the side, my eyes never leaving the man at the center of it all–Caden. His presence was magnetic, commanding the space around him as if he had the power to observe everything from his lofty position.

When the chatter died down and the room fell into silence, all attention turned to him. Caden stood, clearing his throat before speaking in a voice that was calm, yet undeniably authoritative. “Welcome to the Eclipse Group press conference,” he said.

He let the words linger in the air, allowing them to settle. “Today, we will be addressing the recent Ice and Fire incident and providing an important update.”

His gaze swept across the room, meeting the eyes of the reporters. “As most of you are aware, several cases of poisoning have been traced back to our Ice and Fire jewelry. Eclipse Group takes this matter with the utmost seriousness. After an extensive investigation, we discovered that the affected items came from our Fostrau factory. However, the jewelry produced at our headquarters is completely safe. This is supported by the official report we’ve received.”

Caden shifted his gaze toward Yale, who immediately stepped forward, presenting the report for the room to see. “This is the official testing report from a certified agency,” Yale announced. “It confirms that the products manufactured at our main facility are of the highest quality and meet all safety standards. You can trust in them.”

A reporter, his curiosity piqued, raised his hand and asked, “Mr. Holbrook, now that the issue with the Fostrau factory has been confirmed, how do you plan to address it?”

Caden’s voice grew sharper, filled with resolve. “We’ve already recalled every affected item and safely disposed of them. I will personally investigate the situation at the Fostrau factory to understand what went wrong. There will be no leniency given to the ones responsible for this matter.”

He paused, his eyes narrowing as he locked his gaze on the camera. His expression hardened. “Eclipse Group has already reached out to the affected customers and agreed upon compensation. I offer my sincerest apologies to those affected.”

The room erupted in applause, the reporters showing their approval of his quick and decisive leadership.

But the questions kept coming. “Mr. Holbrook, can you explain what happened at the Fostrau factory?”

to the bottom of the issue,” he said, his voice unwavering. “If it turns out the problem originates

could be involved in this incident?” one of

expression unreadable. “I can’t rule out that possibility. Once the investigation is complete,

conference unfolded smoothly. With Caden’s composed words, the stock price of Eclipse Group stabilized and began to rise

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journey to Fostrau would be the real challenge. Caden and

the night deepened, the

room, packing my things, when I suddenly heard a soft

in the doorway, stood Caden.

casually against the doorframe, dressed in a simple white robe. His usual cold detachment was replaced by something far more familiar–an air of relaxation, of normalcy, that made him seem

blinked, caught off guard by the

playful smile tugged at his lips. “Do

back to reality. I cleared

few steps toward me. “Got everything packed?”

I answered with

the essentials I’d need for the

then, Caden’s phone rang.

the screen for a moment, then tapped the speakerphone button, allowing me to

what’s the update?” Caden’s voice was calm but sharp,

Holbrook, we traced the faulty jewelry. It all came from factory one,”