Chapter 272 267 Eric's Conspiracy, the Media Are in a Dilemma

Chapter 268 267. Eric's conspiracy, the media in a dilemma

When the police walked into the MGM headquarters building, the paparazzi waiting outside were instantly excited.

bang bang bang bang

The flash was still dazzling even in broad daylight, and this photo was quickly sent out with the prepared manuscript.

At the same time, the phone spread out like a spider web, and hundreds of cars were rushing towards this side, surrounding Eric like a big net.

The security guards looked at the long guns and short guns set up at the door and hundreds of paparazzi, all of them were worried and ready.

Seeing such a big battle, many pedestrians gradually gathered around. It is human nature to watch the excitement regardless of nationality or race.

"Mr. Cooper, you can tell the truth in your office. We really didn't intend to get involved in this matter."

"But the pressure from media opinion is great, and the state government cannot ignore public opinion. We can only do this, and we ask for your understanding."

"But I can assure you that the Los Angeles judicial system does not have any position. We will only discuss the matter and report the facts."

"If you are innocent, then you are innocent, OK?"

Eric had expected the prosecutor to come to his door. He didn't know how many water armies the Big Six had hired to discredit him. Coupled with the hype of TV stations and newspapers, the government would definitely take measures.

Vote politics, no matter what, you must be responsible to your voters, otherwise you will step down.

"It's necessary for work. I understand your situation very well. I also hope to use the official voice to clear my name." Eric stood up and said.

Seeing that he had no intention of resisting, the other party breathed a sigh of relief. As a major taxpayer and a celebrity with power and influence, the police generally don't want to provoke him.

"Thank you for your cooperation, then let's go. Of course, you can bring your lawyer."

When they walked out of the door, they were greeted by countless flashes of light.

Even though Eric was used to this feeling, it was too much this time. He felt blinded, not to mention others.

The paparazzi rushed up and tried to surround a few people. The security guards immediately formed a human wall to block them.

They asked questions one after another, but Eric was too lazy to pay attention. He got into the car and headed for the police station.

The best way to deal with this situation is to say nothing. Whatever you say will be misinterpreted. The lawyer kept reminding him.

Seeing that they couldn't get the answer they wanted, the paparazzi could only get in the car in a hurry to catch up.

In an instant, a luxurious car chase drama was staged on the streets of Los Angeles.

In the front was a police car, followed by a Lincoln sedan, and not far behind the sedan were hundreds of various vehicles.

Many paparazzi opened the sunroof directly, carrying cameras and video cameras to broadcast live to the scene in front.

Rumble.

In the sky, several helicopters with ABC, FOX, and NBC logos were hovering, and they were also full of paparazzi, shooting the panoramic view directly from a bird's-eye view.

In order to catch the news scene, especially the more popular and urgent scenes, large TV stations are equipped with helicopters.

After receiving the news that the police came to their door, these guys immediately smelled blood and had to make the matter bigger, so that people all over the United States could see the picture of Eric Cooper being taken to the police station.

At the same time, they continued to put pressure on the judicial authorities with the power of public opinion. Even if Eric was really innocent, they would ruin your reputation.

"Boss, after so many years, I swear that I have never experienced such a big scene in my career!" Pete said in surprise, looking at the endless car team behind him.

"It's interesting, isn't it?" Eric smiled.

"Boss, are you still in the mood to laugh? Aren't you worried? Look at those guys, they look like they want to eat people!"

"Eat people? The word is right. Some people just want to eat me alive. They want to dismember MGM and Lionheart Network and drive me out of Hollywood."

Pitt frowned: "I don't want this to happen. Boss, if you leave, where can I find such a well-paid job?"

Hahahaha

"Don't worry, I won't collapse, and you won't lose your job."

"Of course, I always have absolute confidence in you!"

Looking down at the phone, all kinds of messages have not stopped. Nicole, Charlize Theron, Ashley and Mary have sent text messages.

The content is similar, all of which are telling him to be careful, not to talk nonsense, to follow the lawyer's arrangements, not to easily believe the police, etc.

Although they still didn't give Eric a good face, their attitudes were loosened in the man's tireless and shameless begging for mercy, and they agreed to come to their house for dinner tomorrow night.

"Ben, come and see, there's a good show on TV, all major TV stations are broadcasting it live."

"What?"

"A car chase, hundreds of cars chasing each other on the streets of Los Angeles, and helicopters in the sky, what's going on?"

A middle-aged white man came out of the bathroom and looked at the TV screen in surprise: "OMG! This scene reminds me of the Simpson murder case, do you remember that day?"

"Yes, I remember it very clearly, it was a big day, it shocked the world in 1994."

"That day was as lively as today, who are they chasing?"

"Eric Cooper, a Hollywood tycoon, is said to have sexually assaulted minors and done a lot of disgusting things."

"It's this young man, I've been seeing him in the news these days, isn't he said to be innocent?"

"Innocent? How can you be innocent? These people who hold power will always try their best to bully the weak. They are all bad guys!"

"I don't think so. Your opinion is obviously biased. You cannot jump to conclusions without evidence."

"I think the evidence will be available soon. Do you think Eric Cooper can still walk out of the police station?"

"Then I'd really like to see it. Do you want some soda? We can drink and watch at the same time."

"That's fine."

During the live broadcasts of major TV stations, the number of viewers soared. Even if it was not a holiday, even during the day, the number of viewers soon exceeded 30 million, and the number of viewers increased further.

Police station, after parking the car, Eric followed Leonard inside.

The paparazzi were not allowed to enter, so they surrounded the place from the outside, with their cameras focused on the front and back doors to prevent Eric from disappearing.

At the same time, many spectators continued to gather, including many demonstrators and protesters.

They gathered in small groups, holding signs in their hands, wearing clothes with the words "Severely Punish Sexual Assault" printed on them, and stood outside shouting slogans.

Looking at the scene outside through the glass, Eric sneered: "If these people are not hired by the Sixth National Congress, I will twist their heads off!"

Gadot looked worried: "Eric, I feel very bad. Fortunately, I found a temporary residence, otherwise it would have been terrible."

"What? Were you attacked?"

"No, but my apartment was stoned and the landlord called me."

Eric held her in his arms, and Gadot struggled a few times, but her strength seemed not as strong as that day.

"I've been worried about this happening. Don't live there anymore. I bought you a house and you can move there."

With a click, the door was pushed open, Prosecutor Leonard walked in, and the two separated.

"Mr. Cooper, Ms. Gadot, are you ready?"

The two nodded, and then were questioned separately, accompanied by lawyers. They were all routine questions, mainly for record keeping.

More than an hour later, the two men took polygraph tests separately.

Taking a lie detector test is currently the most convenient and effective method. After all, medicine can only repair that layer of membrane, and has not yet been developed enough to detect when that layer has been broken.

There is also the possibility of collusion in oral confessions, so using a polygraph is the best way to distinguish between true and false.

The working principle of this thing is also very simple, it is to record various physiological reactions that occur when people's emotions change, such as breathing, pulse, frequency, blood pressure, skin moisture, etc.

When most people lie or are affected by emotional words, a series of changes in nervous system functions will occur, which is a type of conditioned reflex.

Unless they have received strict training or are born with a strong psychological quality, most people cannot control their stress response, so the detection success rate is as high as over 85%.

However, polygraph results are not admissible as court evidence. After all, even if there is only a 1% error, it cannot be used as evidence for conviction or exculpation.

Eric is also eager to clarify, and since he and Gadot have a clear conscience, taking a lie detector test is a good idea.

"Mr. Cooper, Ms. Gadot, congratulations to both of you for passing the polygraph. It seems that the controversy can be ended here."

Leonard breathed a sigh of relief after seeing the result. No one in the entire police department wanted Eric to be a minor sexual predator, which would lead to very troublesome results.

Facing such a super-rich man, and on the premise that the woman is willing, it will be difficult to implement the judicial process. When the time comes, the pressure of public opinion will be great, and it will be a hot potato.

Everything is fine, this is the best outcome.

"So is it over?" Eric asked.

"I think so, a lot of people want to know the outcome and the LAPD would be happy to help clarify it for you."

Eric said with a smile: "This is an interesting experience. I didn't expect that one day I would be tested for polygraph. To be honest, it's quite interesting."

"Surprising answer, Mr. Cooper!"

"Because we have a clear conscience, and I suddenly had an idea. I want to create a variety show with the theme of lie detection."

"ah?"

Everyone, including Gadot, was too confused to react. This jump in thinking was too incredible.

Brother, do you know that you are now a suspect? Do you know that you are being criticized by the whole society? Why are you involved in a TV variety show? Where is the mood?

"Program? What program?"

"The selling point is to dig out people's secrets and guide them to tell the truth by asking tough questions. Isn't it interesting?"

"Mr. Leonard, when you do the polygraph test, do you imagine using it on ordinary people to find out the deepest secrets in each other's hearts?"

"Well, it happens occasionally. After all, everyone has a thirst for knowledge and everyone likes to explore. Not to mention that my career includes this element."

"No, it's not about exploration, it's about uncovering other people's scars and having fun doing it, and I think everyone is going to really enjoy this show."

Everyone was speechless, but they vaguely felt that this was indeed a great stunt.

Watching other people suffer is a happy thing. Isn't that what comedy movies do? Only when the characters are unlucky will the audience laugh.

At this time, the police station was surrounded by people, and everyone was waiting for an answer.

As Eric and Gadot appeared, the noise suddenly reached a climax.

"Sexual assault! Sexual assault! Sexual assault!" Someone took the lead and shouted loudly.

"Mr. Prosecutor, has Eric Cooper pleaded guilty?"

"He is a criminal who sexually assaulted a minor, right?"

"The public hopes for social justice and hopes that the law can punish bad people more!"

Prosecutor Leonard took the microphone and said: "Everyone, be quiet! Please be quiet!"

"We have conducted a polygraph on Eric Cooper and Gal Gadot. Now I want to announce the results. Please be quiet!"

The scene stopped the noise immediately. In front of the TV, tens of millions of viewers watched this moment at the same time.

In the camera, Eric's face was calm, giving people a feeling that everything was under control and he did not change his face even when the sky was falling.

"After the polygraph, Mr. Cooper is innocent. He and Ms. Gadot are in love normally. This is the result!"

"No!"

Not hearing the desired result, many people immediately started to scream again.

"Oppose the shady dealings! Oppose the privileges!"

"Oppose the shady dealings! Oppose the privileges!"

"Oppose the shady dealings! Oppose the privileges!"

So far, the police have done what they should do. Seeing that this group of unruly people are still not giving up and are suspected of causing trouble, many police officers are ready to forcibly disperse them.

"Can I say a few words?"

At this time, Eric took the microphone and suddenly said.

He looked at the people below provocatively: "I know what you want to do, I know why you gather here, you want to label me a criminal, even if it is false."

"But this country is about law, it is not whoever has the loudest voice is right. The law proves that I did not do it, I am innocent, no matter how much you frame me."

"But on the contrary, some people and some things in this society are not clean, there are real sex crime gathering places, even including a large number of underage sex crimes."

"Now, I will reveal it to the audience all over the United States!"

As soon as Eric finished speaking, a large number of people carrying cameras suddenly rushed out from all directions, and in a moment they had formed a counter-encirclement of reporters from major TV stations and newspapers.

Under the camera, every station logo is clearly visible, New York Times, Washington Post, ABC, CBS, FOX

At the same time, the live broadcast interface of Lionheart Network suddenly popped up and sent a notification to all users.

This feeling of putting oneself under the spotlight makes many paparazzi very uncomfortable.

Usually they are the ones who expose others, but at this moment they feel like they are about to be exposed.

The paparazzi with high authority wanted to shut down the live broadcast, while the little guy with low authority hurriedly asked his superiors.

Seeing these guys in a panic, Eric said loudly: "All the media in the United States are here now. I don't want to name them one by one, but I must tell you that you are all in the live broadcast of Lionheart Network."

"The media's duty is to expose the darkness and maintain justice. If you shut down the live broadcast now, you dare not pass on what I said to the audience in front of the TV."

"Then it proves that you are guilty. Have you abandoned the fair position that a media should have, or have you become a tool to attack others?"

"Now, it's time to prove to the audience across the country whether your credibility exists!"