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Seventy Nine: James Tries to Defend Himself but Looks Complicit

Author: Yinkusrise
last update Last Updated: 2025-08-16 00:18:48

James rearranged his tie as the cameras clicked and flashed. He stood at the stage with his jaw set and his eyes scanning the room full of reporters who were eagerly waiting for his answer. The charge against Damon and CrossCorp was heavy, like a thunder cloud, but James had never been one to exhibit weakness. He felt he knew how to talk his way out of difficulty.

He coughed. "I want to be very clear," he said, his voice firm, although those who knew him well could see that his eyes were tight. "I didn't know about the illegal things that people say Damon or anyone connected to CrossCorp did." He stopped and watched as the reporters wrote down what he said. "I will do everything I can to make sure that justice is done. CrossCorp has always been honest."

Mimi watched the news conference from her office, where she was protected and holding the edge of her desk. She didn't like how James was attempting to make himself look like the victim by acting like he had nothing to do with the at
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