King Of War: Starting with Arms Dealer-Chapter 411 - 397: The Era is Calling
Convincing a group of journalists wasn’t difficult!
Especially when Princess Amina, despite being dressed in extravagant attire, could only hide, pale-faced and frightened, in the restroom seeking help. It naturally ignited the journalists’ sense of justice, affirming the righteousness of their actions...
Because helping a woman who was experiencing domestic violence and whose life was possibly in danger was justifiable and legal!
The right motive!
The right thing to do!
An intentionally dramatized rescue operation with a legendary flair!
And P.B.’s tragic defiance under the pressure of the Shah Royal Family would also become part of the news.
This was bound to be explosive news that would rock the global media circle. Those journalists knew that if Joe Ga merely needed media leverage, he had better options.
America had its share of media extremists who wouldn’t hesitate to grab attention at all costs.
But everyone in the journalism circle knew that such people either cared only about their own interests or their own ideas.
’Extremism’ wouldn’t help Princess Amina’s situation; only those who specialized in editorial journalism had the ability and the credentials to use mainstream media to steer societal discussions.
Criticizing Crown Prince Nayif was just the beginning. Drawing global attention and driving ’change’ was the key; that was the true honor worth being recorded in history.
If this report was covered exclusively by a single journalist, this year’s Pulitzer for News would be a foregone conclusion.
But those involved were veterans in the media circle who knew how to distribute interests while upholding fairness.
These individuals, introduced by Jemma Alexander’s mother and specialists in political and editorial journalism, included several who were frequent visitors to the White House.
And Jemma Alexander’s trip to Africa was also part of their upcoming coverage.
After a brief discussion, these veterans quickly confirmed their respective angles of reporting.
The Princess’ escape, women’s rights, domestic violence, gender discrimination, traditional mindsets, and even P.B....
Brave escape, brave voices, brave confrontation, brave engagement in the grand debate...
The combined influence of these media veterans was hard for the average person to fathom—like a line of dominos, once the first one falls, even if someone wanted to stop it, it would be too late.
Joe Ga was very thankful that he hadn’t forgotten to call Alicia to report his actions.
At first, he was worried Alicia would be annoyed by his ’trouble’ and had prepared a long speech to persuade her and seek some judicial assistance.
But to his surprise, Alicia barely listened to Joe Ga’s plans before she used her connections to summon several top-notch journalists and solemnly declared that she would be the first to speak out in support of Princess Amina after the incident.
This lady candidly told Joe Ga that she had been seeking the right moment to officially join the Justice Department. What better way to enter, unnoticed, than with a halo of support?
Furthermore, when Princess Amina entered Central Africa, a massive amount of media resources would be drawn there, greatly benefiting Jemma’s career.
A mother, a bold figure in the Justice Department, and a daughter, a pediatrician spreading goodwill in Central Africa...
Honestly, with such a family, such a wife, and daughter, it would be a pity if William Alexander, the medical general of the Marine Corps, didn’t run for president.
Joe Ga’s habit of sharing good news with friends brought him endless benefits and support.
In such a ’sure-win’ situation, being the first to speak out brought immense prestige to the speaker.
Amy from the Kopke family, the Princess of Monaco, Charlene, and Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, these women all demonstrated their power...
Amy provided her private plane, Victoria arranged diplomatic vehicles from the embassy in America for Joe Ga’s evacuation, and Princess Charlene would welcome Princess Amina with the media still stationed in Central Africa.
The actions of these women perfectly epitomized the famous phrase ’girl helps girl!’
What was supposed to be a low-key escape took on an epic flavor.
And Crown Prince Nayif, blissfully unaware of his own situation, became the grand villain in everyone’s eyes.
And Joe Ga?
As the brave one who stood up to fight the dragon, he would elevate P.B.’s positive image to new heights due to the political correctness tide.
This was a decision Joe Ga made after much internal struggle. Although it would impose more constraints on P.B., compared to the benefits of a good reputation, those limitations were trivial.
Once P.B.’s reputation spread, especially named daily in circles where women were more active, the French would have to think twice before targeting him...
Because before this trend completely subsided, anyone who targeted P.B. was a lackey of the Shah and an enemy of women.
With the exquisite techniques of the women’s rights circles in Europe and America, who could withstand it?
This was called beating magic with magic!
While a group of journalists excitedly discussed, a middle-aged man approached Joe Ga, offering him a cigarette with a smile. After lighting one for himself amidst the disapproving looks of a few female journalists, he said with a laugh, "Hu Lang, I’m very interested in your actions in Central Africa, as well as what impact the charity foundation can have in Africa.
I followed the charity fund team into Central Africa for an extended report.
Could you spare some time for an exclusive interview?
"P·B is the source of changes at the southern border of Central Africa, and I believe many people want to know the truth about P·B."
Upon hearing this, Joe Ga readily nodded his head and said, "Of course, as soon as tonight’s event is over, as long as you come to Central Africa, I will be waiting for you in my office.
"P·B holds no secrets; we are fighting devils themselves, so we dare face all questioning gazes."
The middle-aged man reached out and firmly shook hands with Joe Ga, smiling as he said, "My name is Wallace, formerly a member of the Marine Corps, now a reporter for the New York Post.
I have substantial sponsored funds for interviews this time, and I will do an in-depth report on Central Africa.
I saw two Rangers outside, would you mind if I also talked to them?"
Joe Ga shrugged his shoulders indifferently and replied, "Of course not, you can interview them anytime outside of mission hours, provided, of course, that you have their permission, as not everyone is willing to expose themselves to the media."
Lowering his voice, Joe Ga continued, "You know my line of work; I don’t wish to expose my face either, which is why I took your phones and cameras.
Could you talk to your colleagues and ask them to go easy, not to publish my photos in the paper?"
Wallace was taken aback for a moment, then laughed and said, "Of course, using photos without permission is illegal.
But think about it, without photos, the impact on the readers will drop a notch as the story develops.
I suggest you personally review the photos, then choose which ones can be published.
Backs and profiles are fine."
As he spoke, Wallace stepped back and mimed a camera with his hands, gesturing towards Joe Ga and chuckled, "Your profile looks quite rugged on camera."
Joe Ga touched his own cheek and laughed, "If you hadn’t mentioned it, I’d have forgotten I’m a handsome man too.
New novel 𝓬hapters are published on ƒreewebɳovel.com.
Your idea sounds great, and I’d like to see what I look like through your lenses.
However, I believe you can understand the nature of my profession, drug traffickers hate me, hence I need to keep an element of mystery."
Wallace nodded understandingly and then, spotting a few female reporters approaching, he chuckled and said, "They’re here to get their phones back from you, the action for you starts in two hours, but for us, it has already begun."
Curious, Joe Ga asked, "What do you mean?" Discover hidden stories at novelbuddy
"Preheating!"
The somewhat stern-looking female reporter named Madeline was a very famous investigative journalist in New York; she made a name for herself in a report on industrial pollution, winning nearly a billion US Dollars in compensation for the residents of a small town from the renowned oil magnates, the Koch Brothers.
After that, Madeline’s career spiraled upwards, making her America’s hottest investigative journalist with credibility and readership far surpassing her peers.
Seeing Joe Ga’s puzzled face, Madeline said irritably, "Give us back our phones; we have our social media accounts and many friends willing to advocate for women.
We need to get the topic trending, then when explosive news breaks, it could reach the maximum readership in the shortest time."
Upon hearing this, Joe Ga immediately waved over the ’Spur’ at the door and said with a smile, "So it’s like the preheating needed before a blockbuster’s release!"
Madeline nodded and said, "Exactly, but sparking a topic is a technical task; we need to rhythmically jump topics to focus public attention."
Looking at a group of renowned peers, Madeline gave a resigned smile and said, "Synergizing works effectively, but different angles in reporting can inevitably shift public focus..."
Hearing this, Joe Ga decisively shook his head and responded, "I think this is good; the world is diverse. It’s impossible for everyone to agree on everything.
Brave expression, rational discussion, and gentle yet firm advocacy are always better than stirring up emotions leading to confrontations.
Ms. Madeline, this isn’t a revolution; we can challenge certain Arab traditions, but there’s no need to doubt their beliefs..."
Madeline instantly grasped the subtext in Joe Ga’s words. Looking at his clear and bright eyes, her facial features softened as she said, "I understand now, change must take one step at a time.
But do you believe the saying ’The truth becomes clearer as it’s debated’?"
Joe Ga paused for a moment, then smilingly replied, "Social or religious traditions themselves aren’t ’truths’ to become clearer through debate.
Choosing a lifestyle is everyone’s right!
In the past, when media wasn’t developed, many had no idea about the outside world, but now...
Times create heroes. Perhaps Princess Amina is that hero, or maybe we have to wait for the next hero to emerge.
I don’t know, but I believe as the young grow older and better educated, such people will definitely appear."
Madeline looked at the young man before her appreciatively and suddenly asked with a smile, "Do you think you will become a hero?
I’ve heard about some of your work in Central Africa; what do you think drives you to do those things?"
Upon hearing this, Joe Ga suddenly grinned broadly and said, "Maybe it’s the era calling!"
