The Return of the Cannon Fodder Trillion Heiress - Chapter 322

Chapter 322: Chapter 322 Working Together
Leo planned to begin with Zhane, given his closer relationship with the Lennons. By pushing Zhane to be more sincere in the collaboration proposal, Leo aimed to ensure that the offer would be generous. This way, he would not only help Hera gain an advantage but also increase her own income from the deal.

If the collaboration between the Everett and the Avery is established, it would bring mutual benefits and significantly boost their profits. The combined expertise of the world’s top two medical geniuses could potentially lead to groundbreaking cures. This outcome would surely please Hera, and Leo could subtly take credit for being the catalyst behind the successful partnership.

But he also feared that if he helped too openly, Hera might think he was only seeking praise. Yet, if he kept his actions hidden, he would simply return to being her silent protector. ‘Well,’ he thought, ‘There’s no need to rush things. The crucial part is to help Hera deal with the Lennons and ensure she gets the support she needs.’

[Zhane: You seem to have an insider with access to this level of information. Can you connect me to them?]

[Dave: @Zhane, are you sure you want to trust him? It could be a scheme to undermine you and remove you from the competition.]

[Leo: @Dave, you have a vivid imagination like what I said. If I really want to undermine him, I would have let him and his family be schemed against and he would for sure be busy mitigating the damage to his family’s reputation if this was known to the public, by then, I would have plenty of time to spend my time with my wife and could do the same with all of you. But unfortunately, I don’t have a pea for a brain and was looking at the bigger picture.]

[Dave: Are you calling me pea brain?! ｏ( ><)o]

[Rafael: Well, if the shoe fits. ┐( ˘_˘)┌]

[Luke: I heard about a massive order of cheap herbs on the black market costing millions, with buyers being extremely discreet and secretive. It caught my attention, but I didn’t expect it to be the Lennons targeting the Everetts. Let me help you undermine the Lennons so they’ll lose even more money when the collaboration is canceled.]

[Dave: Why do I feel like Luke is sporting an evil grin right now? It’s giving me serious goosebumps.]

[Rafael: If anyone here is inclined towards mischief, it’s definitely you, @Dave.]

[Dave: Why you!!! (*｀Λ´*)｣]

[Leo: @Luke You have a way to make it happen?]

[Luke: Yes, I’ve made some connections in the underground business that should make this feasible.]

[Leo: Can we trust your connections to avoid being backstabbed? If we’re exposed, Hera will suffer the most, especially now that everyone knows we’re all pursuing her. If things go sideways, she’ll be the primary target, and the Lennons won’t hold back.]

[Luke: Don’t worry, you can trust me on this. I’ll ensure that everything goes smoothly and no one will spill the beans.]

[Xavier: How about I help escalate the situation once the Lennons’ scheme against the Everett is exposed? My fans have quite the influence when it comes to shaping public opinion.]

[Leo: That would be appreciated.]

[Rafael: I’ll work with Xavier on leading the public opinion to oppress the Lennons.]

[Dave: In that case, I’ll coordinate with legal authorities to press charges against the Lennons for their disruptive practices. Their reckless pursuit of profit, without considering the potential harm to other companies and consumers, could lead to serious charges if it’s proven that their actions caused significant health risks that would lead to huge compensations and penalties.]

[Leo: That sounds like a solid plan. By cornering the Lennons from multiple angles, we’ll ensure they face overwhelming pressure. Once they’re in a vulnerable position, it’s likely that both their allies and business partners will distance themselves, leaving them with minimal support.]

[Leo: Now that we have a plan in place, we should move forward with implementing it. Once things are underway, we can regroup and gradually inform Hera about the situation. This way, she won’t feel overwhelmed or burdened by any potential complications.]

[Luke: I also agree with this suggestion.]

[Xavier: Agreed.]

[Zhane: I will contact you soon Leo to finalize the contract once I’ve spoken with my grandfather. I agree with this setup]

[Rafael: Agreed.]

[Dave: ヾ( ･`⌓´･)ﾉﾞ]

With this incident, the male leads and Leo began working together toward a shared goal. Unbeknownst to them, Leo had slowly integrated himself into their circle, and they had become less averse to his presence and the fact that they were all drawn to the same woman. At this point, their focus was solely on how to support Hera in taking revenge on the Lennons.

Although the male leads were unaware of the specific details of the Lennons’ plans or their schemes involving the heiresses from other families, they were certain that the Lennons were up to no good. At present, only Leo was privy to the full extent of what Hera had discovered about the Lennons and their secrets.

He had no intention of revealing these details to the other male leads. However, since they lacked this crucial information, Leo needed to take a more aggressive approach to motivate them. By doing so, they would have a better chance of cornering the Lennons and effectively bringing them down.

Only Leo was aware of Hera’s background and her objectives, while the five men were in the dark about her true intentions. To steer them towards the desired outcome, Leo guided their actions subtly, providing them with opportunities to perform and directing them where he needed them to go.

Leo was confident that his plan was progressing smoothly, but he knew he still had work to do.

Meanwhile, Hera remained unaware that Leo and the others had already guided public opinion towards the outcome she hoped for with Betty’s help. The livestream continued, and the public was beginning to empathize with Hera, feeling the weight of her unjust treatment and the silence she had maintained while enduring criticism. This sympathy was building as more evidence came to light.

They also felt a deep sadness for Hera, seeing her forced to delve into painful parts of her past and share cherished memories that had been shattered. Her struggle, stemming from not being as wealthy as others and enduring oppression, was resonating with the public, amplifying their sympathy for her plight.

Hera offered Alice and her friends a wry smile, as though deep in thought, before speaking. Her lips quivered, her eyes welling with tears. Even without uttering a word, she managed to win the sympathy and support of everyone present. Alice, on the other hand, was left stunned as her plan unraveled. Her attempts to elicit pity while playing the role of the kind and magnanimous peacemaker fell flat. Despite her efforts to broker peace and prevent any lives from being ruined, the audience’s sympathy firmly rested with Hera.

Hera met Alice’s gaze and spoke with quiet resolve. “Alice, I appreciate your kind intentions and your desire to help both sides. However, every action carries consequences. I’ve endured suffering due to others’ actions while being innocent, but that’s not the case with your friends. They acted knowingly and without regard for the impact on me. As adults, we must face the consequences of our actions. Please don’t pressure me into stepping back, because people will only learn if they experience the repercussions of their actions.” Her words, though righteous and kind, subtly highlighted the misplaced nature of Alice’s attempts at reconciliation.