Chapter 139 Want to See Him
Olivia paused and asked, "Compensation is fine, but Sophia has already been arrested by the police. How could things get any worse for her?"
Daniel replied, "Oh, there's plenty we can do. For example, we can make her stay in jail a few more days! That woman previously got a psychologist to frame Bianca. At a time like this, if we don't kick her while she's down, we'd really be doing ourselves a disservice."
Olivia had no objections. "Fine, I'll leave this matter to you. Handle it however you want, no need to check with me! But there's one thing I need to remind you - we still haven't found our mole. We need to hurry, otherwise, if something goes wrong..."
Daniel said, "I've already found some leads. It's very likely Paul."
Olivia was stunned. "Paul? It's actually him?"
Paul was a top student who graduated from a well-known domestic university. He had just been hired, and once came to ask Olivia for help because he wasn't familiar with the research institute's complex system.
At the time, Olivia's impression of him was that he was a computer novice - fine for regular work, but definitely not deeply knowledgeable.
But now, Daniel was saying he was the mole?
Daniel sneered, "He hid it well, but under my investigation, I found that during his university years, he actually pursued a double major. He studied computer science for three years and was very proficient. It was only in his graduation year that, due to some unknown reason, he had to give it up.
When he applied before, he didn't mention this in his resume. He probably had this plan in mind from the start."
Olivia frowned. "No one could have predicted this situation. It just shows that Sophia is calculating and had a plan in advance... When she was screening candidates back then, she kept this card up her sleeve.
Fortunately, we've caught him now. You decide how to deal with him... He can't continue staying at the research institute!"
Daniel had no objections. "Don't worry, I'll definitely 'deal with' him properly."
Daring to scheme against the company - he's really asking for it. He won't be able to work at any company in Emerald City from now on.
And forget about staying in this industry!
Later that day, after hanging up the phone, Daniel went to carry out the plan.
Paul was fired that very day and blacklisted throughout Emerald City.
At the same time, a lawyer's letter was also sent to the Johnson Group.
The content stated that the Johnson Group had stolen 'miracle' data, causing significant losses to the company, and was now demanding one hundred million in compensation from the Johnson Group.
Michael's face darkened after reading it.
The Johnson Group had suffered huge losses because of that data, and Olivia still dared to demand compensation?
Furious, he immediately called her.
Olivia saw the call and, for once, answered it.
Michael lashed out angrily, "Olivia, you've turned the Johnson Group upside down, and you're still not satisfied? You dare to demand compensation from our company? It's a failed product - how can you have the nerve?"
Olivia sneered, "Why shouldn't I have the nerve? Even if it's a failed product, it was still developed by our R&D team after countless hours of work. Not to mention, it's still a semi-finished product with a lot of valid data. Isn't it reasonable to ask for compensation?
Michael, since you've crossed the line, you should bear the responsibility and pay for your mistakes. As the president of the Johnson Group, don't you understand such a simple principle?"
Michael was furious.
Olivia didn't want to waste any more time with him and quickly hung up.
Over the next two days, Daniel kept up the pressure on the Johnson Group.
News reports, lawyer's letters, and pressure from the police station - a three-pronged attack.
However, Michael wasn't a pushover. He quickly did damage control, pushing all the responsibility onto the R&D team.
He made a stern statement: [The Johnson Group's senior management was unaware of the theft. Sophia, as the person in charge, has already gone to the police station to atone for her actions. Regarding previously placed orders, the Johnson Group will issue full refunds and provide certain compensation.
Additionally, the Johnson Group has shut down its pharmaceutical research institute!
Our company has been in business for a hundred years, always committed to building a conscientious enterprise. Over the years, our reputation has been solid, and we would never do anything illegal.
We ask consumers to continue monitoring us in the future.]
Michael's move was quite decisive.
Disbanding the research institute could directly give consumers an explanation.
However, some people weren't buying it, believing they only did this because the matter had blown up.
If it hadn't become a big deal, the drug would still have been released as planned and would still have harmed people.
However, under the Johnson Group's suppression, these voices gradually diminished.
As for the company's compensation, although there was solid evidence, Michael refused to pay, so this matter would be a long legal battle.
As for Sophia... After Michael freed up his hands, he finally had the energy to try to bail Sophia out.
Unexpectedly, Daniel's side had uncovered transaction records between the spy and Sophia, making Sophia's role in orchestrating the data theft even more concrete. This greatly increased the difficulty of getting her out.
When Daniel told Olivia about this, Olivia found it extremely ironic.
Truly worthy of being his white moonlight - even after doing such shameless things, she could easily gain his forgiveness.
If it were her instead, she'd probably rot in jail until death, right?
Olivia's eyes turned cold, and she directly instructed Daniel, "Michael's methods don't stop here. He has too many ways to save her... For Sophia's sake, he'd probably do anything. If we can't hold out in the future, then keep raising the compensation price. No matter what, we must make Michael bleed heavily."
"Don't worry, I definitely will. I won't let you suffer any loss in this matter."
After saying this, Daniel turned to another topic. "By the way, the Hall Family helped us quite a bit this time. How is that Mr. Hall doing now?"
Olivia replied, "His condition still needs a few more treatments before he recovers. I'll continue going over these next few days."
Speaking of this, she remembered something. "By the way, at the end of the month when we go to Harmony City, who are you taking me to meet? Which leader from the pharmaceutical bureau?"
Daniel answered, "The deputy director. Why?"
"Oh, nothing. It's just that Mr. Hall wants to introduce us to the pharmaceutical bureau director because I saved his life. So when we go at the end of the month, we'll probably be meeting with both leaders."
Olivia spoke in as calm a tone as possible.
Daniel was quite surprised. "I didn't expect you'd gain something like this from this trip. This is great news! If we win over both leaders, why would we worry about sales for 'miracle'? Not to mention, our orders are already exploding."
"Then let's make a fortune together."
Olivia joked.
Daniel laughed. "Although the initial investment in you was quite large, the subsequent returns are indeed a fortune. Worth it!"
Over the next few days, Olivia was busy with research institute matters while also running to the Hall Villa to treat his heart condition.
The consequence of all this busyness was that on the day of departure for Harmony City, she successfully caught a cold.
"Can this meeting be postponed?"
Olivia's parents couldn't help but ask worriedly seeing her like this.
Bianca was also concerned, saying in her sweet voice, "Mommy, work is important, but your health is important too!"
Olivia rubbed the little girl's head and said, "I know, but I really have to go. This concerns the company's future development.
Mom, Dad... When discussing matters with the two bureau directors, we'll need to explain things about the medicine. Daniel isn't very good at that, so I have to go.
Don't worry, I've taken preventive medicine. I'll be fine. It's just one meeting, and I'll come back right after."
Although they were worried, they didn't stop her in the end.
They knew their daughter's drive and ambition, and naturally would support her.
When going to the airport, Evelyn personally drove them. When boarding the plane, she kept reminding Daniel, "You must take good care of Olivia and make sure nothing happens to her."
Daniel assured her, "Don't worry, nothing will happen."
The two soon set off for Harmony City.
On the plane, Olivia felt the weight of the gift in her bag.
She wondered if Andrew would have time and if they could meet.