Alexander's POV

The media storm erupted on Saturday morning with the news of the arrests.

"Thompson Enterprises Executives Arrested for $183 Million Embezzlement" was the lead story on every business channel.

My phone started ringing at 6 AM with reporters asking for comments and investors demanding explanations.

By 8 AM our PR team had scheduled an emergency press conference for noon to get ahead of the narrative.

"We need both of you there," Janet told Lily and me in a conference call. ...