Chapter 841

• By morning, Smith Corporation made a public announcement, stating that they were halting all presales of their new perfume line due to unforeseen issues. According to their statement, the products failed to meet quality standards, and the company had decided to destroy the entire batch rather than risk customer safety.
• To the general public, this move seemed admirable—proof that Smith Corporation prioritized integrity over profit. Many praised their decision, believing it demonstrated corporate responsibility. However, those who had been following recent events knew there was more to the story. The company had recently been sued, yet no official statement had been provided. The sudden withdrawal of their perfumes was likely linked to the ongoing legal troubles.
• Coincidentally, today was New Year's Eve, a time for celebration. Yet within Smith Corporation, tension ran high. Their executives could only hope that Gavin would honor whatever agreement had been made. If he decided to withdraw his support or take further action, their holiday would be overshadowed by a financial crisis.