Chapter 758
Lauren nodded. “I’ve realized both of these issues, too. The Pharmaceutical Division’s reputation has tanked, and there’s no way to fix that in the short term. But for the second issue, I think we can bring in a well-known spokesperson to endorse our two formulas.”
Marcus’ eyes lit up as he immediately agreed. “That’s a great idea, Ms. Rhodes. Our products will gain instant recognition if we get a solid endorsement!”
Andrew chuckled. “Getting a spokesperson is a good move. But for our two formulas, it would be best to have an expert in traditional medicine or holistic wellness – someone with real authority in the field.”
Marcus suggested, “How about we get Mr. Aicker to endorse us?”
Lauren shook her head. “No way. Mr. Aicker is the head of the Aicker family. There’s no way he’d personally endorse Rhodes Corporation’s products.”
Andrew smirked. “That works out perfectly. I need to drop by Moonlit Apothecary to see him anyway. When we get there, we can ask him about any well-respected holistic medicine and wellness experts in Jayrodale.”
Lauren nodded in agreement. “Exactly. If anyone knows the right people, it’s Mr. Aicker.” Without wasting any time, Andrew and Lauren set off for Moonlit Apothecary.
Meanwhile, over at Rhodes Corporation, Tiana sat in her office, her expression unreadable. ” So? That little punk still won’t budge?”
Jerry sighed, spreading his hands helplessly. “Mrs. Rhodes, I did everything I could. I tried every argument possible. But you won’t believe what he said. He told me he ‘couldn’t help’ and that he ‘wasn’t in the business of cleaning up other people’s messes.’”
Tiana let out a cold laugh. “That little bastard is really trying to test me, huh? Did you at least remind him that if he doesn’t step up, the Pharmaceutical Division will collapse, and he’ll take a financial hit, too?”
Jerry looked exhausted. “I told him, Mrs. Rhodes. Every single thing you asked me to say—I said it. But he just laughed it off. He said it’s only five billion, and he doesn’t care if it’s gone.”
Tiana’s jaw clenched as rage flared in her eyes. “He really said that?”
Jerry nodded grimly.
Tiana gritted her teeth. “That little bastard wants to sit back and watch Rhodes Corporation fall apart. I really underestimated how ruthless he could be!”
Jerry’s tone grew more serious. “Mrs. Rhodes, we have to find a way to stabilize the Pharmaceutical Division. Bane’s three formulas turned out exactly as Mr. Lloyd predicted—they’re completely useless. They won’t save the division. If we don’t figure out another solution, Rhodes Corporation could be heading for a massive financial loss.”
Tiana’s face darkened as she let out an annoyed scoff. “You think I don’t know that? Where’s Michael? Get him in here – I need to ask if his so-called guarantees were just empty words.”
Jerry hesitated before shaking his head. “Mr. Rhodes stormed out earlier, looking absolutely furious. No idea where he went, but judging by his expression, he looked like he was ready to kill someone.”
Tiana sneered. “Hotheaded, impulsive, and painfully stupid. Completely useless. If it weren’t for his father constantly causing trouble for the head of the family over in Blumedale, I would’ve gotten rid of him ages ago.”
Jerry asked cautiously, “Then what’s our next move, Mrs. Rhodes?”
Tiana’s gaze turned icy. “We wait. And in the meantime, schedule a meeting with Aspen from the Stevens family in Bridgefields. That little snake thinks she can mess with Rhodes Corporation? It’s time she learns exactly what it feels like to cross me!”