Chapter 961:
Following Carter’s discreet directives, select members of the investigative team approached the media. They claimed that “foreign entities are attempting to manipulate false narratives to subvert our judicial system and absolve certain individuals,” instantly igniting widespread speculation and a surge of conspiracy theories.
The hired internet trolls resurfaced, though their methods had clearly evolved. Rather than launching blatant attacks, they adopted calculated subtlety, trying to discredit the video while maintaining an air of supposed “reason.”
“The environment looks filthy, like it’s aboard a ship, and that flag is a notorious pirate emblem. Honestly, could they really be trusted? Pirates are rough and unrefined—what would they possibly know about ship construction?”
“Masking their identities and posting anonymously, clearly to avoid showing up on international wanted lists!”
“Even if there are concerns, this should be handled by the authorities, not debated publicly online!”
Tension gripped the forums, with supporters of the video locked in relentless clashes against those insisting on defending “official authority.” The Department of Justice, together with its investigative division, held firm, projecting an unwavering stance of “absolute defiance against all challengers.” Rumors rippled through the networks that an internal probe was being prepared—one aimed at prosecuting the video’s creators for “disseminating false information and obstructing justice.”
Yet when investigators traced Tommy’s IP address, the revelation left them stunned.
During a high-level internal briefing, one official blurted out in disbelief, “They really are pirates—from Ravenguard, of all places? Don’t they have anything better to do? Instead of plundering, they’re causing chaos online? And the most absurd part is this video has catapulted their personal accounts to over a hundred thousand followers!”
Having spent their entire lives in piracy, Tommy and Dudley had never imagined becoming viral online sensations. Tommy’s grin stretched wide as he scrolled through the flood of messages pouring into his inbox from excited admirers. “Unbelievable. This is pure insanity!”
Lᴬtєѕτ chᴀρτєrs ιn g𝓪lɴovєl𝓈.𝒸о𝓂
Despite the viral storm, the Department of Justice remained rigid and unyielding, refusing to bend or reconsider its stance.
A voice suggested sharply, “If we can’t prosecute them, then order the official forum to pull the video. Contact every media outlet and erase all copies immediately!”
“Do it. At once!” the Minister of Justice barked, his tone leaving no room for debate.
But as officials scrambled to enforce the takedown, the forum developers discovered they’d been completely locked out of their accounts. Every attempt to intervene triggered a hidden virus embedded in the security protocols, instantly seizing control of their systems.
The meeting room at the Department of Justice grew thick with tension. The tech team, visibly shaken, admitted their powerlessness, voices quivering as they outlined the intricate security measures and layered counter-viruses their adversary had built in.
“Worthless!” senior officials roared, faces contorted with rage. “Government-paid experts, and you’re powerless against a hidden hacker?”
The specialists bristled. “This is no ordinary hacker. Only experts of equal caliber could even hope to wrest control back.”
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