A lot happened within the next few hours.
Just as Eduardo promised, the files were dropped anonymously to various trusted media houses. It didn't take long before the internet exploded with scandalous headlines.
"VLADIMIR EMPIRE LINKED TO UNDERGROUND BLACK MARKET DEALS."
"CHILD TRAFFICKING, UNREGISTERED BIO-WEAPON TRADE—INSIDE THE SHADOWS OF VLADIMIR INDUSTRIES."
"THE FALL OF A TYRANT: MR. VLADIMIR UNDER INVESTIGATION FOR WAR CRIMES."
The headlines went viral faster than a forest fire. Social media turned into a war zone. Activists, journalists, and even former employees began sharing stories. Some even risked stepping forward to expose the truth.
Mr. Vladimir sat on the floor of his study, holding a bottle of whiskey like it was the last thing keeping him alive. His eyes were bloodshot, and the television was blasting with news updates.
"This... This is all lies! They have no proof!" he roared, throwing the remote across the room.
