The Guardian's Return by Old Pumpkin

Chapter 266

If this got online, Stephen would become the public enemy every netizen

despised.

"The village chief, Lucas, is still in the ICU, unconscious."

Simon prayed hard for Lucas's well-being.

If Lucas survived, he could help'speak up. If he died, then there would be no way to explain himself.

"It's not just that." Someone else said, "The legend of Crystal Lake was identified as a hoax. This impacted the tourism in the city. The food that was labeled a cultural heritage was also revoked."

Celestial City's tourism was not fully developed in the first place.

Not many people knew about Azure Cloud Mountain, let alone Crystal Lake. Most of the people only noticed Azure Cloud Mountain and Crystal Lake because of the beautiful story. Unfortunately, it was not some ancient tale but a made-up story forged recently.

The people felt cheated.

On top of the pricey food and underwhelming taste, people stopped going to Celestial City.

"Celestial City's deceptive move leaves a bitter taste in everyone's tongue. Other

cities might mimic what they do."

Simon's expression darkened.

was made

had a beautiful

Stephen to verify

phone out, hoping to call Stephen but before he could dial the

it

"Dad, something went down."

Simon's heart sank.

What they said in the meeting

the hero

cheating the tourists, are

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the city?!"

in fear. "It's not just that. The food court is

"What?!" Simon's eyes widened.

so shocking that his mind

food court was affected due to the tourists leaving. The companies left because of the deteriorating reputation of the city, plus

do?" Simon shouted. "Tell me everything! Maybe there's still a way around

up the story and acquired several

Simon was deeply shaken.

anything else, but the two matters alone

the phone. He needed to discuss

the others.

thought such trivial issues would leave such an impact on

me the mayor! He should bear half the responsibility for

assistant walked out of