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    “I can’t locate the person within 48 hours. To make matters worse, he’s currently at sea and in motion. He was here initially for the first 48 hours, but he’s now traveled thousands of miles since then. Even if we pinpoint where the video was filmed, the search radius in the ocean after those 48 hours would be at least 1,000 nautical miles. Are you familiar with math? How many square kilometers does a radius of 1,000 nautical miles cover?”


    Jenny instinctively replied, “The area of a circle is calcted by pi multiplied by the square of the radius. You mentioned that someone could sail a thousand nautical miles in 48 hours, which means it covers approximately 3.14 million square nautical miles…”


    “Exactly!” Howard let out a sigh. “In this scenario, even deploying the entire U.S. Navy might not help us find this person within 48 hours. So, I suggest you seriously consider whether or not to pay the ransom.”


    Jenny responded uneasily, “Your Excellency Patriarch, if 10 billion dors could bring them back, I would dly pay that amount. However, the reality is that even with 10 billion dors, there’s no guarantee they will return. I’m also uncertain if they will continue to demand money in the future or if they might harm the hostages. Thus, I believe the cost-effectiveness of this 10 billion dors is quite low, and it may end up being a waste.”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Howard replied straightforwardly: “Jenny, we’re family, so there’s no need for subtlety. You don’t want to pay the billion dors now, do you?”


    “No.” Jenny, who was originally from the Rothschild family before marrying into the Hogwitz family, sighed and expressed her thoughts candidly: “I genuinely don’t want to pay. If we go through with this payment, the Hogwitz family will suffer immensely and may never recover. For the sake of this family, I cannot agree to pay.”


    Howard responded: “Your choice is logical. If I were in your position, I would likely make the same decision.”


    At this juncture, Howard shifted the conversation, stating, “However, you must consider this carefully. If they can provide you with the video, they could also make it public. If you refuse to pay, they will almost certainly release the video and publicly criticize you for not spending money to rescue your husband and son. This could lead to immense pressure from public opinion, which would adversely impact the Rothschild family as well. Once you be a topic of public discussion, all your family’s past will be exposed, harming the Rothschild family’s reputation.”


    Upon hearing this, Jenny asked anxiously, “Sir Patriarch, are you suggesting… that I should give them the money?”


    Howard sighed, “Jenny, instead of refusing to pay and putting yourself at risk of public scrutiny, it would be wiser to pay the money and shift the situation to your advantage. This way, you can portray yourself as a devoted wife and mother that the American public will admire and respect.”


    In a hurry, Jenny asked, “Mr. Patriarch, do you want me to pay the ransom and then proactively make this situation public?”


    Howard replied decisively: “Yes, we need to pay the ransom first, then immediately inform the media about the situation!”


    “I will then work behind the scenes to rally a significant number of media outlets to cover your story. All you need to do is hold back your tears in front of the cameras, showing that you are willing to sacrifice everything for your husband and son, even your own life. In less than 24 hours, you will be the most renowned mother in the United States! The greatest mother!”


    “Moreover, the Hogwitz family and the Rothschild family names will receive favorable publicity, greatly assisting you in regaining control of the family and leading it back to glory. At that point, no one in your family will dare to challenge your authority because your reputation will be so high. The American public will support you wholeheartedly. Remember, everyone prefers to coborate with celebrities, especially those who have achieved remarkable fame. Jenny, this is a golden opportunity for you!”<fnd7fb> Read full story at FindN0vel</fnd7fb>


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