Chapter 778 Crisis Branden was dealing with business from Bothor when a message popped up on the screen. Because Catherine was ying games in the office, Paxton dared not knock on the door when he had something to report. He could onlymunicate with Branden through online software. He sent, [Boss, something has happened. You need to take a look at this.]


    Squinting, Branden opened the message sent by Paxton.


    Casier Real Estate was a subsidiary of the Duncan Corporation, specializing in the real estate business in Casier. It was considered a leadingpany in the local real estate industry, known for its good reputation and ethical practices. It had gained significant poprity in Casier and was one of the most profitable subsidiaries under the Duncan Corporation.


    Just three hours ago, news broke on the inte about an incident at a newly delivered property of Casier Real Estate. During the renovation, a floor copse resulted in injuries to the workers, causing them to be rushed to the hospital. The news rapidly spread across the inte, reaching the top of the trending hashtags. It sparked intense discussions amongizens, many of whom criticized and condemned Casier Real Estate.


    Numerous prominent bloggers and individuals in the real estate industry publicly used Casier Real Estate. The reports flooded the media, indicating that this was not a simple case of public opinion ferment but rather a manipted scheme, possibly orchestrated by people with powerful backgrounds aiming to discredit Casier Real Estate. There were even implications of an attempt to drag down the parentpany, the Duncan Corporation.


    When Paxton learned of the news, he immediately mobilized the public rtions department. However, the other party had nned and executed their strategy well, making it difficult to contain the situation even with the public rtions department''s efforts. After understanding the full extent of the situation, Paxton promptly informed Branden and sought his advice.


    Having reviewed all the news, Branden called Paxton through a secure line." Notify all the managers and above from Casier Real Estate toe to my office for a meeting."


    "Yes, Boss!" Paxton replied.


    Half an hourter, a group of executives assembled in Branden''s office. To everyone''s surprise, the president was not alone. There was a very attractive youngdy apanying him. It had been rumored that Branden had a girlfriend who had met Karl, and it seemed she was thedy present. The fact that she could stay in the office at such a critical time indicated Branden''s affection for her.


    Although curious about Catherine, the attendees dared not pay too much attention to her, only stealing nces when they could.N?velDrama.Org holds ? this.


    Catherine, however, seemed at ease, sitting rxed in the armchair, engrossed in the game. Seeing the group of people enter, she whispered to Branden, who was offering her snacks, "You guys have your meeting. I''ll have my headphones on, so don''t worry. I won''t be disturbed.''


    Branden gently touched her head, murmuring, "Alright, we''ll keep our voices down so as not to disturb your game."


    Their private conversation left everyone present dumbfounded.


    What was supposed to be a regr meeting turned into a serious one, with everyone involuntarily lowering their voices. Although the situation was urgent, the presence of Branden helped ease the tension among the participants. People began offering suggestions, but Branden didn''t find any suitable. He looked at everyone with a cold gaze and asked, “Are these the best solutions you can offer?"


    Though his tone was mild, his attitude was serious, causing everyone to be nervous.