Chapter 1725 You're Fired

The residents of the farmers' market were alarmed by its sudden closure, fearing the loss of their livelihood. Rohan believed it was the perfect opportunity to incite unrest.

"I don't understand. Why are they stopping us from doing business?" a vendor questioned.

"Exactly! It was all fine until they shut down the market. How am I supposed to provide for my family now?" another huffed.

Those already harboring complaints were now further incensed by the provocation. Though they were initially calm, some now attempted to tear down the barricade tape to enter.

Rohan watched from the sidelines with a triumphant smirk. Dressed in a sleek suit, he spoke with a righteous air, as though standing up for the vendors. "Who do the Quinnells think they are, keeping us locked down like this?

"Who sent you here? Do you even have the authority to enforce this? I haven't heard a word from Mr. Wyncall at the Industry and Commerce Bureau."

Standing before him, Garret Moland blocked Rohan's path to the farmers' market. Inside, workers in protective suits were disinfecting the area, while specialists collected samples of the virus.

While the initial sample results indicated nothing unusual at the farmers' market, the first case of infection came from the driver who delivered aquatic animals there.

With no knowledge of the driver's other routes, they were left to consider the farmers' market as the virus' potential source. Even if it might not have been the virus' origin, anyone who had come into contact with the driver was likely infected.

Hence, Wynter swiftly ordered a lockdown of the farmers' market upon hearing Nigel's account. Each resident was placed under quarantine, and medical professionals went door to door to collect samples for testing.

Eager to stir trouble, Rohan had planned to record a video that would spark a backlash against the Quinnell Group. He hadn't expected to be stopped at the entrance, leaving him unaware of what was unfolding inside. All he could do was stoke the fire from the outside.

At the same time, his disdain for Garret grew as he thought of the latter as just an ordinary citizen daring to stand his way.

Rohan declared recklessly, "Let's storm in! If anything goes wrong, Mr. Wyncall and Mr. Camburn will handle it!"

Murdo Camburn was the chief officer in charge of the area. Despite his own authority, he had to show deference to Rohan, the Colifernia Chamber of Commerce's head. Moreover, several development projects relied on Rohan's support, which fueled his brazenness.

Wolstan, who had once mirrored Rohan's haughtiness, now wore an unreadable expression. He couldn't fathom why the Soul Guardian he had summoned earlier had refused to help or

even listen to his request.

As if that wasn't enough, the artifact Alban had given him had shattered, leaving Wolstan at a loss for how to explain his error to his mentor.

Just who on earth was Wynter, and why did malevolent spirits surround her? Those questions kept running in Wolstan's mind. But he didn't dare to bring them up to Rohan, lest he would be seen as incompetent.

Having grown used to admiration and flattery, Wolstan had no intention of returning to being a nobody. Normally, he would've seen Rohan's downfall coming. However, he had been so wrapped up in his own concerns that he failed to realize that Rohan's reckless behavior was costing him his position.

No one had ever been bold enough to trespass the isolation zone, yet Rohan audaciously suggested such an act, oblivious to the riot he was inciting.

Garret barely budged an inch as he stopped Rohan's advance. The crowd attempted to force their way into the market but failed to break through.

Seeing that, Rohan purposely fell to the ground and cried, "How unjust! The farmers' market belongs to us Colifernians, but the Quinnell Group shut it down as soon as they arrived! What are the residents supposed to do now?

"As the Colifernia Chamber of Commerce's head, I came to inspect the situation, but they pushed me to the ground!"

When Rohan started crying, his subordinate started recording the scene. Facing the camera, Rohan sniffed and continued, "You call the Quinnells benevolent, but it's all just a show!"

Garret watched the farce with a frown. It appeared Rohan wasn't fully aware of who he was messing with.

hearing the commotion, Wolstan rushed over to find Rohan sitting on the ground. He noticed an ominous air around

Mr. Tarvin. I fear something bad may happen if we stay any longer," Wolstan

can't handle, someone else will take care of it for me. I wouldn't have

can possibly go wrong? It's not like the Quinnells will put

Rohan's gaze and stated sternly, "It's for your sake, Mr. Tarvin. I can't say more. Some secrets

on the shoulder and said, "You're overthinking it, Mr.

then ordered his subordinate to upload the video, but Garret

away.

isolation zone is? If you try to bypass me,

words, Rohan shot back, "Oh, really? We're living in a

here, I'm a Cascadian Asmarian. As a foreign investor, I'm entitled to certain privileges, but

right now."

number. The line indicated that Ralph Wyncall was unavailable. But even after several attempts, Ralph

that the scions he assumed to be untouchable had been barred from leaving the country. As for Ralph, he had been taken away from the meeting half an hour ago and was on

to the unfolding events and kept questioning, "Who are you? Where are you taking

escorting him whispered into his ear, "We're from the Special Unit. Does

bell?"

instantly felt weak in his knees. He had heard of the Special Unit but never encountered them before. After all, he had been advised not to

the walkie-talkie that the sampling was complete, but the people were to remain in isolation. He swiftly ordered someone to weld an iron gate, completely sealing off

didn't expect such an outcome and attempted to stop

You're really-"

he could finish his words, Murdo arrived in full uniform. Though, he was escorted by a soldier who easily restrained him with one hand. Stunned, Rohan attempted to ask questions, but Murdo stopped

overlooked one thing-the shift to black combat uniforms was a clear sign that

military's hands.

enjoyed his privileges as a repatriate businessman, failed to think on that scale. He remained clinging onto his influence and retorted haughtily, "What's there to fear? Try messing with me, and I'll pull my investments out of Colifernia immediately!" "Please do so, then," a voice replied. It was Lucas, who was supposed to be in Hawford. By all rights, he wasn't in charge of Colifernia nor was he expected to be there. However, there had

prioritize disease prevention and control, but no one anticipated the

other words, the officials in charge of the relevant departments weren't

Colifernia's mayor had already been taken in

was executed swiftly with utmost secrecy, those of

all caught

he was

foreign investor.

mocked him in a mix of languages. "And who

idea how much profit and job opportunities

month?

me like that. Can you handle the consequences if I pull my

his gaze, and his subordinates moved to shove Ralph to

then did Rohan

allow such a businessman to remain in Colifernia. Aren't you kind, Mr.

can explain, Mr. Keller. It's true that

Mr. Tarvin claims is simply his own opinion. We won't

their own agenda."

expression hinted that he had received benefits under

merely ignored Ralph as he strode

and we always welcome global investors to Colifernia. Our trade's core principle is clear and simple-everyone in Cascadia must respect its laws. "Mr. Tarvin, even if you don't pull out your investments, you'll still be expelled

your views, I'm sorry to say that they won't be welcomed here, either. You can pass that

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