Chapter 512: Hypocritical Concern

Chapter 512: Hypocritical Concern

Rodolfo guessed his intention and reminded Andrew, "You should know that getting the research institute to invest in this study requires extremely solid reasons."

Andrew offered a confident nod and responded, "Rest assured, I have uncovered evidence that I believe provides more than sufficient grounds."
"What exactly have you discovered?"

Rodolfo’s own curiosity was piqued.

Andrew said, "I just got word today that some of this drug has already made its way into towns along the southwestern border, and some people have been affected.

This isn't just about Olivia anymore. They've been secretly distributing the drug through the black market for a while now.

If we don't control it, it could cause widespread harm later on."

Whatever their purpose was, they couldn't just sit back and do nothing anymore.

Rodolfo's expression grew increasingly serious. "They're moving this fast?"

He had originally thought this was just Kyle's experimental phase.

Now, it seemed their control over this drug had exceeded their imagination.

Andrew nodded and said, "It's not hard to guess. For this drug to pass through all the checkpoints and reach Emerald City, allowing Olivia to fall victim, it means it's already widespread in other places. From what I've learned, it's most prevalent in several countries neighboring ours, and the government has to take it seriously."



This wasn't just for Olivia, but for other people too.

Just in case, it's better to prepare ahead than to act only when things get out of control."

Rodolfo understood this reasoning and immediately said to Andrew, "Then I'll have to trouble you to make the trip. Also, don't tell the family about this for now."

Olivia's parents were ordinary people who had never even heard of such things. If they knew, it would only increase their worry and anxiety.

"I know."

Andrew nodded. Early the next morning, he took Olivia to the research institute and personally met with Leon and several other people in charge.

He engaged in a discussion with them in the conference room for approximately one hour.

Upon his departure, Rodolfo was presented with the formal notification.
This time, it wasn't about consideration, but a direct announcement that they would form a new team specifically to study this drug.

The solid reasons Andrew provided, combined with the drug's harmfulness, were taken seriously.

Even the authorities released news, announcing this incident and warning the public not to eat anything from unknown sources, to be wary of suspicious smells that might contain sedatives, and to stay alert.

At the same time, police along the southwestern border went on full alert, investigating suspicious drugs that had recently entered the towns.

When Michael saw this news, his heart sank again.

Thanks to the trouble his family had caused him, he'd been stuck in Emerald City this whole time.

Andrew's revenge had left him overwhelmed. He'd barely managed to stabilize the Johnson Group's situation when the police suddenly came looking for him.

This time, considering Michael's status and position, the police didn't go directly to the Johnson Group. They contacted Michael privately.

Their meaning was clear: "We received a report that the Johnson family is suspected of having connections with criminal groups involved in recently banned drugs. We need Mr. Johnson to come with us and cooperate with the investigation."

Without concrete evidence, they were just conducting a routine interview with Michael.

Michael cooperated because he knew nothing about it and could withstand investigation.

After spending two hours at the police station, the questioning finally ended.

The police confirmed Michael had nothing to do with the banned drug and that Chase was the only one involved, so they let him go.

When Michael came out of the police station, Robert immediately approached him. "Mr. Johnson."

After Michael got in the car, he asked Robert, "How did the thing I asked you to check this afternoon go?"

Robert handed Michael the information he'd investigated. "The drug Chase used on Ms. Smith is indeed the banned drug announced by the authorities.

The government was cracking down hard. Everyone involved with the banned drug has been arrested.

The reason they're treating it so seriously is that it also involves Kyle, the former medical research lunatic. I've compiled the detailed information for you to review."

Michael's expression grew serious too.

What Robert found was very detailed. It was only then that Michael learned just how harmful the drug Chase had used on Olivia really was.

Thinking of how Olivia looked when the drug took effect, he couldn't help breaking out in a cold sweat.

So many days had passed and he hadn't contacted her. Was she okay?

Michael was very worried and immediately called Olivia, wanting to ask.

But his number had long been blocked by Olivia.

He could only use different numbers to call Vaughn and Victoria.

Fortunately, they answered this time.

However, as soon as he spoke, Victoria recognized his voice. Before he could even start talking, they hung up immediately.

With no other choice, he thought of Daniel, who was also in Harmony City. He should know more about Olivia's situation than himself, so he contacted him.

When Daniel received this call, he felt disgusted.

When he heard that Michael actually wanted to learn about Olivia's situation through him, he laughed coldly on the spot. "You think I'd tell you anything about Olivia?

Michael, if you're going to let go, then do it completely. Don't keep pestering and make it so ugly."

He used to dislike Michael only on a personal level.

In business, Michael was still a respectable opponent.

But after this series of events, Daniel only felt contempt for him.

He hung up directly.

Michael wouldn't give up. He wanted to ask Evelyn.

But he also thought that Evelyn might not be willing to tell him either, so he had Robert ask instead.

Evelyn was sharp.

She of course knew that Robert was Michael's assistant. Coming to her for information must have been Michael's idea.

She immediately cursed through the phone.

Of course, she was targeting Michael.

Knowing Michael must be right there, she didn't hold back her scolding.

"Olivia ended up like this because of your Johnson family! Now you're pretending to care?

How fake!

If you really feel bad about it, then hurry up and send the real culprits—your parents—to prison. Then I'll consider whether to tell you about Olivia's situation!"

After cursing, Evelyn hung up decisively.

Hearing the busy tone from the phone, Robert didn't know what to say for a moment.

Wherever Michael went now, he wasn't welcome.

It was as if without Olivia, his social relationships had also hit rock bottom.

Michael was silent for a moment, seeming to give up on this approach. He put away his phone and instructed Robert, "Get someone to investigate. Notify me immediately if there's any news."

"Okay."

Robert could only agree.

After Evelyn hung up on Michael, the next second she directly contacted Andrew and told him about Michael asking about Olivia.

She warned worriedly, "You must keep a close eye on Olivia. Those Johnson family people are too shameless. Who knows what they're plotting now. Olivia has forgotten everything from before, so don't let her be fooled!"