The Wolf of Los Angeles.

Chapter 129 Domestic Violence Sect

Sherman Oaks Galleria, Oliveira Hotel.

A black Audi A8 drove into the small parking lot in front of the hotel. Hawke turned into the parking space and glanced at the hotel entrance, where a large number of media reporters and entertainment bloggers gathered.

Hawke didn't enter the hotel yet, he took out his phone and called Caroline: "Are you ready?"

In the hotel lounge, Caroline looked at Bro and Sarah who were still familiarizing themselves with their speeches and said, "Everything is ready. We can start anytime."

Hawke reminded: "You are a professional PR, control the situation well."

Caroline said: "It's a small scene for me."

Hawke hung up the phone and said he would enter the venue with the reporters later.

Early in the morning, Edward met up with Caroline and drove the business car back.

Stop right here for now.

He dumped the video from the hidden wireless video receiver and got into the Audi with the storage disk.

Edward handed it to Hawke and exclaimed, "This is brilliant. It would be a waste of talent for this couple not to go to the San Fernando Valley."

Hawke put away the storage disk and asked, "Can you edit the appropriate clip?"

Edward recalled briefly and said, "There was a scene where Sarah begged for mercy and called for help, but was beaten up by Bro."

Although Hawke was the instigator, he also admired them deeply: "They are worthy of being a Hollywood couple."

Checking the time, he put on his wide-rimmed glasses, picked up a camera, put on his Fox 11 press pass, called Edward, got out of the car and walked towards the hotel.

Journalists attending the press conference came in one after another, and Hawke and Edward followed behind and entered the hotel press room together.

The media area is a little far from the podium.

Caroline hosted the press conference and gave a few polite remarks. Sarah Parker and Bro Derek took the podium one after another.

Facing dozens of cameras and video cameras, Sarah took off her hat, sunglasses and scarf, revealing a scarred face.

This face was deliberately covered with makeup, but the thick foundation still couldn't hide the scars.

Sarah's makeup skills were so high that she caused a lot of admiration.

Especially on her neck, the marks from pinching were extremely obvious.

This kind of injury is easy to judge, it is caused by someone strangling the neck forcefully from the front.

The reporters immediately became agitated and flashes of light were flashing continuously.

No one cared whether Sarah had plastic surgery or injections anymore. They just wanted to know where the redness and bruises on her face came from.

This news has much more to offer than news like plastic surgery.

Bro took the microphone and said, "I'm very sorry for taking up everyone's time. I made a big mistake and caused Sarah to get hurt."

He used to be an actor, and he could easily express his grief and regret: "A few days ago, before I went on a business trip, I drank too much at a party. The pressure at work was huge, which led to my alcohol addiction. I drank some more when I got home. Sarah came to dissuade me, and I... I was drunk, so I grabbed Sarah's neck and pushed her, which caused Sarah to get hurt."

Bro bowed deeply, as if sincerely repenting: "I have not fulfilled my responsibilities as a husband and a man. I will be responsible for everything that Sarah has experienced and bear all the consequences. I only hope that Sarah will give me another chance..."

A female reporter shouted at this time: "Sarah, you should call the police!"

"Yes, call the police!"

There were many female reporters at the scene and they all responded.

Sarah reached out and held Bro's hand tightly, saying, "In the past few years, Bro has been troubled by the huge pressure at work and has become addicted to alcohol, but he has been fighting against his addiction. This was an accident. I believe in my husband and I will accompany him to quit drinking."

She turned around, gave Bro a deep hug, and added: "I'm not a good role model for women, but I've been trying to be a good wife."

Reporters recorded every scene with cameras and camcorder lenses.

The press conference went smoothly and the effect was very good.

The media's attention was diverted, and no one mentioned Sarah's plastic surgery or beauty injections anymore. The focus of subsequent reports all shifted to Sarah being subjected to domestic violence.

The internet reacted quickly.

When Sarah and Bro returned home, photos or videos of the press conference had already been published on many websites, including Yahoo Entertainment.

"The relationship between the Hollywood model couple broke down, Sarah Parker was brutally abused by Bro Derek!"

"Bro Derek, the murderer of his wife Sarah Parker!"

"Domestic violence is rampant in Hollywood. We urge Sarah to speak out and use the law as a weapon to seek justice."

Later, Beverly Beauty Center issued an announcement saying that Sarah Parker came to seek a quick way to eliminate the scars.

Photos and videos of Sarah Parker's injuries appeared on the Internet in large quantities.

Netizens’ eyes are all magnifiers.

"There are indeed injuries on the face, like scratches."

"Although I put on a layer of foundation, the injury is real."

"The wound on the neck was obviously caused by a man. Look at Bro Derek's fingers. They are similar in size and position."

At the Beverly Business Club, Hawke read the public opinion on the Internet and called Caroline.

"How's Sarah feeling?" he asked.

Caroline was in Sarah and her husband's mansion and said: "The couple are very calm. Sarah is cooking and preparing lunch for Bro."

Hawke heard Sarah do as he said and stabilize Bro Derek, and said, "After the noon news, contact Lancome. Public opinion has changed. Lancome can stabilize the current situation with a little investment of resources."

Caroline responded, "I'll keep an eye on it."

After lunch, the midday news on many entertainment channels broadcast Sarah Parker’s domestic violence scandal and the so-called Sarah plastic surgery incident, completely reversing public opinion.

Caroline then contacted Isabella, Lancome's contact person.

The latter said: "Your actions are decisive and your plan is effective. Lancome is paying close attention and will take action when necessary."

Carolyn said: "Public opinion has been turned."

Isabella thought it was Caroline's work: "You are an excellent public relations manager. You easily turned the situation around. Let's keep in touch."

Caroline didn't admit it, but she didn't deny it either.

Sarah came over from behind and asked, "What did Lancome say?"

"They will mobilize their forces and try to influence public opinion as much as possible," Caroline said, "but the key lies on our side."

Sarah has been in the industry for so many years and has seen it all: "When something goes wrong, they run away faster than anyone else. Once the situation turns around, they quickly run back and say we are friends."

She thought of the person who really turned it all around: "There's only one person I really want to thank, Hawke!"

Caroline turned her gaze toward the restaurant and saw Bro Derek.

Sarah called Hawke and specifically mentioned one thing: "As you said, I haven't told Bro about the pregnancy yet. Can you please not disclose today's plan to anyone, especially Bro."

Hawke said: "You are my client, I only need to be responsible for you, and others are not within my consideration."

Sarah smiled and said, "I mainly want Bro to know that I am more than just a vase."

When she talked to Bro, she said that she came up with a solution herself, not the public relations department or anyone else.

Whether Bro knew it or not did not affect Hawke's subsequent operations. He replied, "Okay."

Sarah hung up the phone.

Caroline had to go see Hawke, so she said goodbye.

Sarah saw her off and returned to the villa.

Bro asked with concern: "Are you still in pain? Get more rest."

"It's okay." Sarah held her husband's hand tightly and leaned against him: "As long as you are happy, I am willing to do anything."

Bro suddenly had an idea. It would be very exciting to find a third party to attack Sarah together.

As soon as this thought flashed through his mind, he was already filled with heroic spirit.

Sarah felt it and squatted down.

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After leaving Sherman Oaks, Caroline drove her Mercedes to the Beverly Business Club and met Hawke in the familiar reception room.

She picked up a bottle of water, unscrewed it and took a sip, then said, "Lancôme called me. They are very satisfied and will assist us."

Hawke asked her to come here because he had other plans: "You keep in touch with Lancome. I have a new idea that can make Lancome more eye-catching and let Sarah win the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress." Caroline sat on the sofa next to Hawke. She felt like she was being calculated and asked directly: "What do you want me to do? I don't do anything illegal."

She thought of what she had said before and raised her chin slightly: "I don't want to cooperate with you any further."

Hawke stared at Miss Mea's face and did not answer. Instead, he gave her a choice: "You can quit now."

"And I don't get any commission?" This is what Caroline was most concerned about.

"How could that be? I will pay the $12 commission on time." Hawke firmly grasped Miss Mee's lifeline: "You will not get any commission for the $80 this time."

Hearing this number, Miss Mee subconsciously looked at the bag in her hands and the clothes on her body, all of which were products from last season.

Hawke said slowly: "By the way, Sarah won the Golden Globe Award, and the promised $80 reward..."

Caroline forgot what she had just said: "It's not bad to work together again, Hawke, didn't you notice? We are the best partners. Yesterday you made a gesture, and I immediately assisted you."

Hawke deliberately asked her, "Not reluctantly?"

Caroline vowed: "It's not forced at all. I cooperate with you voluntarily."

"Very good, since you have joined, you cannot quit halfway." Hawke's face suddenly changed: "If you regret it halfway, I will use a gun to shoot you as a target."

Caroline held her chin high, never lowering it, as proud as a goat: "Tell me, what do you want to do."

Hawke took out the information and contact information that he had collected when Alison took a selfie, and handed it to Caroline: "This is the address and contact information of the Los Angeles Sisters March Organization. Sarah is suffering from domestic violence. As her public relations manager, you go and seek help."

Caroline was surprised: "Sarah's request?"

Hawke said directly: "My request is the need of the award-winning plan."

"But Sarah and Bro..." Caroline hesitated.

Hawke said: "We are paid by Sarah and we are only responsible for Sarah. Bro is not our client and there is no contract between us. He is not within our consideration."

Caroline said, "Sarah won't agree to that."

"You really won't agree?" Hawke said calmly, "You know what kind of person Sarah is. If public opinion becomes a trend and forces her to make a choice, what will she choose?"

Caroline didn't need to think and answered directly: "She will choose the result that is most beneficial to herself."

Hawke added: "You don't want to take this money, but there are many people who want it. I found you because we are the best partners."

Caroline knew that Hawke was trying to PUA her and could say no anytime she opened her mouth, but she just couldn't.

She wanted more than just money, she thought of more at this moment.

He had secretly made deals with Hawke more than once or twice. Once it was exposed, his career would be over without Hawke even having to fire a gun.

Caroline thought of the negotiation between the two in the swimming pool: "You deliberately dragged me into the water."

Hawke said, "Don't wrongly accuse me. You took the initiative to introduce this client. The first benefit you got from our cooperation was also obtained from Sarah by you using my name."

It took him several months and several times of paying more than five-digit commissions to control Sarah's most trusted PR manager. How could he let her get away now? "Ms. Mee, you clearly believe in Satan, but you still want to accuse me of not letting you see God?"

Caroline fell back, leaning against the back of the sofa, and subconsciously opened her mouth: "Meh——"

She quickly raised her hand to cover her mouth and realized that not only had she been cheated, but she was also willing to be cheated.

"I'm not an M, am I?" This thought flashed through Caroline's mind, but she said honestly: "I want a commission."

Hawke said: "Just do as I say, everything will be fine."

Caroline thought further: "If something happens to me, no matter what happens in the outside world, you have to give me a job."

"No problem." Hawke agreed.

Caroline no longer had any worries as she earned more money with Hawke, so she asked directly, "How exactly do we do it?"

"Have a meeting with the sisters in the march, have them protest in front of Sarah, and put pressure on her through public opinion." Hawke said, "I remember that in the series Sex and the City, Sarah played an independent woman. There are many feminists among the audience and her fans. To stir up their emotions is to shake the foundation of Sarah and the series. Naturally, the crew and production company will put pressure on her."

He looked at Caroline, "Forcing Sarah to break away from Bro Derek."

Caroline heard it: "You, you are targeting Bro?"

Miss Mea has already joined the game, so there is no need for Hawke to deny it.

Caroline reminded: "Bruo is Jewish. This group of people is very troublesome, in the industry and media circles..."

"It's not us who want to deal with Bro, it's Sarah Parker. We are just people hired by Sarah." Hawke had already considered this point: "Don't forget, Sarah is Bro's wife, and she is also Jewish. This is a conflict between the couple, a breakup between the couple. Do you think the people behind Bro will interfere too much?"

Caroline put aside her last worries: "Unless a mental illness occurs, I will not intervene in such a matter."

She thought of another person: "You also asked me to find out about Sarah's father. Stephen Parker was a senior executive in the media industry for a long time and had a certain influence in several Jewish groups."

Hawke said, "Your sheep brain is not stupid."

Hearing this compliment, Caroline smiled unconsciously: "You and I are the best partners."

Hawke tapped the armrest of the sofa gently: "Hurry up and act. What we need to do most now is to make Sarah feel the pressure."

Caroline asked, "Will the sister parade cooperate?"

Hawke said: "I have dealt with them, they are very proactive in this regard, Sarah's fame will definitely attract them, a celebrity's role model effect is far greater than that of thousands of ordinary women."

That group of people, let alone actively inviting them, will come over even without being invited if something like this happens.

Caroline agreed.

After another half an hour of discussion, Caroline left the Beverly Business Club and headed straight for the Los Angeles Sisters Parade Organization.

When she said she was there on behalf of Sarah Parker, a leader of the Sisters March immediately invited her to the VIP room.

Michelle is a senior feminist. She said: "I saw the news on the Internet. I sympathize with Sarah's experience, but she lacks courage and independence. When women encounter such things, they should stand up bravely and fight for their legal rights!"

Caroline said: "Sarah was very hesitant. Bro is a Hollywood producer. Although he has also been an actor, his power now far exceeds that of an actor. Sarah is afraid that if she stands up, she will be isolated and helpless. In that case, she will not only lose her family, but also her career will suffer a serious blow."

She was on a pirate ship and couldn't get off: "So, Sarah asked me to come to you quietly and win your support."

Michelle knew very well that Sarah wanted to take advantage of the sister parade, but they also wanted to take advantage of Sarah.

The influence of celebrities is too great.

She asked, “What kind of support does Sarah need?”

Caroline recalled Hawke's words a little and said, "Sarah and I have a plan. You should listen to it first."

Michelle said, "Yes, go ahead."

Caroline organized her words a little and said, "Sarah will not lean towards you right away. She will initially present a conservative image of valuing family and husband at the press conference, and then she will be influenced by the protests and public opinion war launched by the Sisters' March, and thus change her mind and become a feminist."

Why did Hawke make such a plan? Because Sarah has no idea and will not cooperate at the moment.

We can only let public opinion and feminist organizations exert pressure.

Caroline added: "I think it will have a greater propaganda effect to turn a conservative female star, who is also a top star in the drama, from conservative to progressive."

"Good idea!" Michelle agreed and invited directly: "Ms. Jones, you are an outstanding progressive woman, please join us."

Considering the practical needs in the later stage, Caroline verbally agreed.

The two sides hit it off immediately and began to discuss the details of the operation.

On the other side, Hawke drove to Mount Hubbard Park and waited for a while near the gate.

Jacqueline, who had just finished a training class, came here quietly and got into Hawke's car.

Hawke asked directly: "How is the situation over there?"

Jacqueline smoothed her long hair and said, "Bro Derek is on a business trip, and his class has been replaced by another person. That person is said to be Bro's assistant at Ackerman Films. He has taught us two classes so far and has specifically coached two women."

She took out her camera phone and played the photos she had taken: "This red-haired woman is called Jessica. She's 20 years old and came to Los Angeles alone."

Hawke asked her to send the photo over and asked, "What about the other one?"

"The other one is me." Jacqueline was helpless, but also a little proud: "I didn't do anything. I was probably too beautiful and had a great figure, so he came to me and said I was very talented or something like that."

Hawke asked, "Want to date you alone or give you some guidance?"

Jacqueline shook her head: "Not yet, they just told me that I have a great talent and should go this way, otherwise it would be a waste."

"Do you believe it?" Hawke asked deliberately.

"You're kidding me." Jacqueline said bluntly, "The men I've slept with were all sweet-mouthed when they needed it, but they were all liars in the end."

Hawke warned: "You can contact him, but don't go out on a date alone, or believe his promises or anything like that. If anything happens, contact the Savior immediately."

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