"Try to keep the shoulder immobile for a few days, and avoid any strenuous activity," Dr. Szar advised as he packed up his equipment. "I''ll leave some painkillers and antibiotics for you. Make sure youplete the course of antibiotics to prevent anyplications."


    "Thank you, Doctor. I appreciate it," Michael replied.


    With a nod, Dr. Szar left the penthouse, and Juliet escorted him out, ensuring their privacy was maintained.


    Once alone again, Michael ordered Juliet.


    "Juliet, can you turn on the television for me?" Michael asked, feeling the need to catch up on the news, perhaps to see if there was any mention of the day''s events or other clues that might be relevant. He settled deeper into the couch, adjusting his position carefully to minimize the pain from his wound.


    Juliet picked up the remote and turned on therge t-screen TV mounted on the wall across from them. She quickly navigated to a major news channel, where the regr evening news was just beginning.


    "Breaking News! Just now, a young CEO, Michael Reyes, founder of the SraTech Corporation, Reyes Transportation Company, Reyes Pharmaceutical Company, and Reyes MedTech Solutions, was shot by an unknown assant earlier today while leaving a high-profile event at the Penins Hotel in Man," the news anchor reported with a grave tone.


    "Authorities are currently investigating the incident, and no suspects have been apprehended. The motive behind the attack remains unclear, though police specte it could be rted to business rivalries."


    Michael listened intently, his eyes narrowing at the details being broadcasted. This public disclosure meant the news of the attempt on his life was now a topic of national concern, possibly even international. Good thing that hispanies were all private, so there was no need to concern himself about stock prices being affected.


    However, the impact on partnerships and future business opportunities remained a significant concern. The allegations of business rivalries could cast a shadow over his corporate reputation.@@novelbin@@


    "Can you believe this, Juliet? They''re already specting on motives. This could get messy," Michael muttered, his frustration evident. He knew that managing the narrative would be crucial in theing days.


    Juliet, still standing near the television, turned to face him. "Should I contact our PR team to prepare a statement, or would you prefer to wait until the police have more information?"


    "Let''s prepare a preliminary statement. Emphasize our cooperation with the authorities andmitment to security," Michael instructed. "Also, reach out to our security consultants. I want a full review of all personal and corporate security measures first thing in the morning."


    "Understood," Juliet said, pulling out her phone to begin organizing his requests. As she stepped away to make some calls, Michael continued to watch the news.


    There, a man in a police uniform, possibly high-ranking was being interviewed in front of the Penins.


    "Mr. Reyes is to say, an exalted figure in the techmunity. Hispanies have introduced some groundbreaking technologies that are indeed disruptive to traditional business models," the officer exined, his tone somewhat spective.


    "While we cannot confirm the motives without further investigation, it''s possible that his prominence and the disruptive nature of his technology have made him a target forpetitors who feel threatened."


    The officer paused, scanning the gathered reporters. "However, I must emphasize that these are only spections at this point. We have no concrete evidence that directly links any business rivalries to this attack. Our priority is Mr. Reyes''s safety and the thorough investigation of this incident."


    "Why the heck did the police like to make spections?" Michael clicked his tongue in annoyance. "Now ourpetitors would definitely get the wrong idea and things could escte."


    Juliet returned to his side after finishing her calls. "I''ve briefed our PR team and they''re drafting a statement that should help rify things and mitigate some of the spective damage. They''ll emphasize our focus on innovation and our history of positive industry contributions."


    "That''s good," Michael nodded, still watching the screen as the news shifted to another segment. "Keep me updated on their progress and approve the final draft before it goes out."


    "Will do," Juliet affirmed. She then hesitated, a look of concern crossing her face. "Michael, do you think this could really be about the disruptive nature of our tech, or is there a chance it''s something more personal?"


    Michael sighed, running a hand through his hair. "Honestly, Juliet, I don''t know. I have made somepanies mad because of our products but that''s only it. I don''t have any enemies personally. But in this industry, the lines can blur between professional and personal. It''s sometimes hard to tell."


    "I''ll make sure our security team considers all angles. We''ll also monitor any unusualmunications or threats more closely."


    "No, what we should do is to rece the security firm that we hired," Michael said. "They failed to protect me, so find a firm who are the best and the best, I don''t care how much money it costs."


    Juliet nodded, understanding the gravity of his directive. "I''ll start reaching out to top security firms and arrange for some consultations right away. We need a team that can guarantee your safety and handle the type of risks we''re facing now."


    Just then, a sharp knock sounded at the door, breaking the flow of their discussion. Juliet looked up, a trace of concern crossing her face. She wasn''t expecting anyone at this hour, especially given the day''s events and the heightened security protocols they had just initiated.


    "Who could that be?" Michael murmured, the difort evident in his tone as he shifted slightly to look towards the door.


    Juliet moved towards the inte by the entrance, pressing the button tomunicate with the security desk downstairs. Before she could ask, her phone buzzed. She nced at the screen—it was a message from one of their security team members stationed in the lobby.


    "It''s the police," she ryed to Michael. "They''re here to speak with you, likely about today''s incident."


    Michael sighed.


    "Let them in," he instructed, gesturing towards the door. "But make sure they don''t turn this ce upside down. We need to keep things as controlled as possible."


    Juliet nodded, speaking briefly into the inte to instruct the security to allow the police officers up to the penthouse. She then turned to Michael.


    "I''ll stay with you during the discussion. If you need anything—"


    "I know, Juliet. Thank you," Michael interjected, managing a weak smile as he braced himself for another round of questions.