"He's out on bail?" Grant asked, his voice was calm and indifferent.

"Sir, I'm very sorry for the trouble I've caused, making you personally intervene," Clarice said cautiously, her nerves still rattled.

"It was just a small favor, nothing more. I anticipated this would happen-you being summoned since the drugs found on Justin came from your hands."

Clarice's face darkened, her unease palpable. "That police officer, Jack... Is he one of ours? When he arrested Justin, he seemed so zealous. I thought you had already brought him to our side. But during my interrogation, his attitude was harsh, relentless, and accusatory."

"He works for Superintendent Donald. That connection is sufficient," Grant replied succinctly.

Clarice pondered briefly, then lowered her voice. "Sir, the drug charge alone isn't severe enough. It's Justin's first offense, and it won't do much to him. He might even make bail in a day or two."

Grant chuckled faintly. "And then?"

"It's a pity we didn't strike hard enough to crush him completely, to the point where he can never recover!" Clarice gritted her teeth.

with vast networks and influence. He's a formidable opponent," Grant

meant. What he

Salvador Corporation convened an emergency board meeting to discuss whether Justin should be

was heavy with tension, as this decision was

was not without supporters.

has devoted himself tirelessly to the company over the years. The profits he's helped us generate are secondary to how he's elevated

we should

can guarantee the company will continue to grow steadily?

dissenting voices rose just as

has been plummeting for three consecutive days. We've lost billions overnight! How do

land him in prison, but it's a stain that can never be erased. The news has spread everywhere, severely tarnishing the company's reputation. If he remains as the president, how can he negotiate deals or represent the company publicly? The

the debate

In truth, he did not want

resilience and

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