Mr. Brown received the news at noon, by then the media storm had intensified and was spiraling out of control.
Mr. Brown felt extremely shocked by Bai Xiaosheng's predicament and promptly contacted Dong Tianlu and the others.
Upon learning the whole story, Mr. Brown immediately arranged for the media under his group to join the storm and help Bai Xiaosheng retaliate through public opinion.
However, just after the first round of articles and comments were published, Mr. Brown received a message from the headquarters.
The Zhenbei Group's senior management issued an ultimatum, prohibiting Mr. Brown's involvement in the storm, to avoid causing any damage to the group's industries. If Mr. Brown did not comply with the orders, he would be suspended from his position.
This order, including Vice Chairman Morgan among others, was issued collectively by several vice chairmen and was personally signed by the acting chairman.
Mr. Brown was also extremely surprised when he received it.
