From Bai Xiaosheng’s residence, "high-value" items were found, and this news appeared on the front pages of several major Oshan media outlets that evening, quickly being reprinted by media of all sizes and spreading like wildfire.

Media dissemination works like this; once a hot topic gains simultaneous attention from top-tier entities in several industries, it is likely to become a "blockbuster."

Other peer media will rush to follow, to avoid missing out on traffic.

The major media outlets continuously published articles, with increasingly sharp writing. Those smaller media also sensed something unusual within and began organizing manpower and resources overnight to fabricate articles with their own viewpoints.

As such, the media frenzy intensified, and by dawn, a flood of articles and comments had emerged online.

Early the next morning, the Oshan public received an overwhelming amount of information.

"Huaxia Commercial Delegation leader Bai Xiaosheng demanded benefits from the West African Yang Family, conducting private transactions, transferring opportunities that should belong to Oshan to others..."

"Huaxia Commercial Delegation sharply reduced its itinerary in Oshan, suspected to be manipulated by the delegation leader Bai Xiaosheng..."

"Previously, Bai Xiaosheng was investigated by the Oshan business department, found to be involved in multiple commercial fraud cases..."

"Bai Xiaosheng is suspected of commercial fraud in Oshan, attempting to smuggle undue profits to Asia..."

"Bai Xiaosheng’s personal actions severely damaged the interests of Huaxia Business Group members, with internal discontent already voiced..."

Various messages and guesses emerged continuously without end.

The attacks and criticisms against Bai Xiaosheng resembled an avalanche and tsunami, reaching its peak early in the morning.

As a result, members of the Huaxia Business Group faced pointing fingers when dining.

Dong Tianlu noticed something was amiss and immediately called Hou Yuncheng.

"I noticed too!" Hou Yuncheng’s voice on the phone carried anger.

Hou Yuncheng not only noticed but had even discussed this with Dong Tianlu yesterday. Last night, he had contacted the Oshan high-level officials, who had been very accommodating and showed great concern, reassuring Hou Yuncheng temporarily and promising to report promptly to higher authorities.

Now it seems, clearly a good game of Tai Chi was played!

This incident erupted without any interventions!

As a result, Bai Xiaosheng’s image was damaged, Huaxia Business Group’s image was damaged, and even Huaxia’s image would be affected!

Hou Yuncheng talked with Dong Tianlu for two minutes before hanging up.

He needed to report upwards and hold formal talks and communications with higher-level entities in Oshan to prevent the situation from worsening.

But, inevitably, this would involve many procedures and possibly take considerable time.

Hou Yuncheng was really worried; they didn’t have that much time for this matter! Bai Xiaosheng didn’t have that much time!

Also receiving the news in the morning was Milo.

He noticed the newspaper on the dining table while having breakfast.

Milo flipped through it, his face immediately showing anger.

"Utter nonsense, just sheer nonsense, these media have gone crazy!" Milo couldn’t help but slam the newspaper down, speaking angrily.

Dining with Milo was a middle-aged man, seemingly ordinary at first glance, dressed simply, without an imposing aura, but his eyes had a special gleam in their warmth, compelling respect upon first interaction.

The man was Milo’s father, Anlos, one of the greatest businessmen in the entire West African business scene.

At this moment, Mr. Anlos was peacefully and elegantly enjoying his breakfast.

About the news regarding Bai Xiaosheng, he actually knew it from early on.

"Father, regarding this matter, I think we should help Bai Xiaosheng. You also mentioned he’s quite an extraordinary person; helping him might bring us unexpected gains in the future." Milo hurriedly said to his father upon seeing his apparent indifference.

His father had previously thought highly of Bai Xiaosheng.

Anlos set down his teacup, smiled, and looked at Milo, "Oh, are you so keen to lend a hand to this person?"

"I admire this person," Milo stated bluntly, "He has qualities that I respect!"

Hearing this, Anlos appeared pleased and softly said, "Unexpectedly, there’s someone of your age you regard so highly; that’s good, very good. Recognizing excellence in peers is a praiseworthy thing."

Milo cared little for his father’s praise and urgently asked, "Then about this current situation..."

"This matter involves deep waters," Anlos said meaningfully, "Based on the information I received and my judgment, it’s Oshan’s business department vigorously taking harsh measures against that Bai Xiaosheng. I suspect they’re trying to divert trouble from themselves and hope to seize this chance to become famous. Even the Oshan high-level officials silently endorse this. If successful, they’ll gain benefits from Huaxia; if failed, they can simply replace this group of people. As you can see, it’s a coordinated effort from top to bottom. Besides the political realm, the business sector also has traces of the West African Yang Family and other forces involved!"

Anlos didn’t disclose all the details to Milo; it wasn’t necessary.

Milo listened intently, feeling a chill.

"What I’m saying is, from now on, we should refrain from any actions," Anlos advised with a gentle smile.

Although his words seemed undecided, Milo knew once his father spoke, it was definitive and irrevocable.

"Could it be that our family fears those forces?" Milo couldn’t help but ask.

He felt a certain grievance.

Standing by without helping wasn’t in his character! How could he face Bai Xiaosheng and the beautiful lady beside him in the future?

Anlos laughed, "Those forces, even if doubled, our family wouldn’t fear them."

This statement, said with casualness, conveyed ample confidence and composure.

"Then why don’t you want to intervene in this matter..." Milo frowned immediately.

Anlos smiled, "I’m stopping you from getting involved because Bai Xiaosheng clearly told you he doesn’t need assistance."

"But the situation now is different..." Milo reminded.

Back then, the trouble Bai Xiaosheng faced wasn’t as pressing as it is now.

Anlos calmly said, "Deciding blindly without understanding the circumstances is unworthy of assistance. Likewise, once a decision is made, you must respect his choice."

In short, further intervention was not an option.

Milo heaved a long sigh, his gaze distant, "I sincerely hope he has a way to overcome this hurdle."

Anlos, expressionless, lifted his coffee and drank, his eyes flickering slightly: If Bai Xiaosheng cannot overcome this, it would be utterly disappointing; then having his son become friends with him would be a misstep!

As Mira and Wagg anticipated, the Milo family wouldn’t intervene to help Bai Xiaosheng due to the media-fueled public opinion storm.

Similarly, other people and forces restricted by the public opinion were aplenty, unable to render assistance to Bai Xiaosheng...