Unexpected Fiancée

Chapter 127: Truth

"Anything from Morton? What did he find?" Jane asked, noticing Patrick's confident demeanor.

Patrick leaned back slightly, his voice deep, "Still investigating. I believe we'll have results soon."

Jane nodded, "We must find evidence before Jones holds the press conference; otherwise, the situation will be unfavorable for us.”

Patrick smiled faintly, giving Jane a sidelong glance, "Don't worry; I've got it under control. Jones won't dance for much longer.”

Patrick's calm smile reassured Jane.

The information she asked Anthony to investigate should yield results soon.

Jones scheduled the press conference for two days later.

Speculations about the Pansy Group explosion were rampant, and everyone was eager for the press conference, anticipating the revelation of the truth behind the "Ice and Fire" radioactive elements and the explosion.

The press conference took place in the conference hall of a luxurious hotel in France.

Jane arrived early, taking a seat in an inconspicuous corner.

She sent a text to Anthony, [Did you find what I asked you to investigate?]

Soon, Anthony replied, [Sent it to your email.]

Jane raised her lips slightly, [Thank you.]

It seemed like there would be a good show today.

Jones, in a sharp suit, sat at the podium.

Many reporters surrounded the area, cameras pointed at Jones on the stage, and camera flashes blinked incessantly.

At exactly ten o'clock in the morning, the press conference officially began.

The host took the stage, and a melodious voice echoed, "Welcome, everyone, to the Pansy Group press conference. Now, let's invite Mr. Jones to speak."

Applause erupted as Jones stood up, waving his hand to quiet the crowd.

He cleared his throat and began, "In recent days, regarding the explosion at the Pansy Group's French manufacturing plant, I believe everyone has heard something. Today's press conference aims to clarify this matter."

"Mr. Jones, is it true that Pansy Group's “Ice and Fire' indeed contains radioactive elements? How did these raw materials enter the factory?" "Was the explosion in the raw material warehouse truly an accident?" Reporters bombarded Jones with questions, one after another. "Please, everyone, be quiet!" Jones raised his voice, "Below is the official statement from the Pansy Group regarding this incident.”

After a pause, Jones, reading from a script, mechanically stated, "The investigation into whether Pansy Group's “Ice and Fire’ jewelry series contained radioactive elements has confirmed that some raw materials in the number one warehouse of the French manufacturing plant did indeed contain radioactive elements.”

"As for the reason for the problematic materials, it was the two administrators of the number one warehouse. Due to personal dissatisfaction with the company, they sought revenge and mixed materials with radioactive elements into the raw materials. As a result, the quality of the produced jewelry did not meet standards, leading to poisoning among consumers.”

"As for the investigation into the explosion in the number one warehouse, it was caused by one warehouse administrator smoking in violation of rules. The cigarette butt fell onto flammable and explosive raw materials, accidentally causing the explosion. The two deceased in the explosion were confirmed to be the warehouse administrators who tampered with the raw materials earlier."

After listening to Jones's statement, the crowd erupted in discussions. “Is it really that simple?"

"How is it so coincidental that the two administrators who tampered with things died in the explosion?"

"Pansy Group might be hiding something to cover the truth, right?" The scene at the press conference became chaotic as reporters voiced their concerns.

"Mr. Jones, are you sure everything you said is true?"

"Why did the people related to the “Ice and Fire’ radioactive elements conveniently die in the explosion? Wasn't it just an accident?"

Jones smirked, dropping a bombshell, "Of course, it's not as simple as an accident."

This statement from Jones was like throwing a huge stone into calm waters, creating ripples of excitement among the reporters.

"Mr. Jones, what do you mean by “not an accident?"

"If it's not an accident, then what is it?"

"Is there an unknown truth behind all this?"

Jones's gaze turned cold, he cleared his throat, and continued, "What I said earlier was Pansy Group's official clarification, but it's not the whole truth.”

"Mr. Jones, are you implying that Pansy Group is concealing the truth? Then, what is the real truth?" A sharp reporter directed the questions at Jones.

"As the person in charge of Pansy Group's French manufacturing plant, I shouldn't be saying this, but as someone with integrity, I can't bear the guilt of conscience. Today, I've decided to reveal the truth!” Jones's tone was resolute, as if he had made a significant decision.

Watching Jones's performance on stage, Jane's gaze turned sharper. As expected, Jones called the press conference to throw dirt on Pansy Group, almost wanting to annihilate the company.

However, he underestimated Patrick and, more importantly, Jane.

Just let him enjoy his moment a little longer.

Jones tantalized everyone's curiosity before slowly saying, "In reality, the reason “Ice and Fire’ contained radioactive elements, leading to customer poisoning, was because Pansy Group, in order to save costs, used inferior raw materials.”

“To divert attention, Pansy Group blamed everything on those two innocent warehouse administrators. As for the explosion in the number one warehouse, it was intentional on Pansy Group's part. The purpose was clear - to destroy the evidence and leave no trace of the crime.” After hearing Jones's words, the entire hall fell into a state of shock and commotion.

Pansy Group, a leading company in the business world, would commit such an immoral act for the sake of profit?

However, it was hard not to believe Jones's words.

After all, Jones was the person in charge of Pansy Group's French manufacturing plant, and he had no reason to smear his own company. So, was Pansy Group really so disgraceful?

Jones seemed satisfied with the reactions of the crowd. He surveyed the room and finally locked eyes with Jane in the corner. "And the mastermind behind all this is none other than Patrick, the CEO of Pansy Group, and Jane, the project manager of “Ice and Fire'!"

For a moment, Jane became the target of everyone's criticism. All eyes focused on her.

Jane stood up calmly, walked steadily to Jones, and with a tone laced with coldness and irony, she asked, "Jones, are you willing to take responsibility for every word you just said?"