Chapter 273 Stir Up Trouble

Horatio spoke with clear logic and genuine sincerity, with not a hint of evasiveness in his tone. Gradually, the crowd's anger began to settle. Many of their expressions softened, the fiery rage giving way to exhaustion and confusion. All they wanted was justice and proper compensation. Horatio's promise seemed to give them a sliver of hope. Then, suddenly, a piercing wail cut through the tense calm. Zia pushed her way through the crowd. Her eyes were swollen, her hair was a mess, and tears streaked her clothes. She looked utterly drained, her entire body shaking with despair. Pointing at Horatio, her voice cracked with anguish. "What's the use of all these pretty words?" Her pain was raw and visceral. Every eye turned to her. "My husband is lying in the ICU, unconscious! The doctors say he has bleeding in his brain and needs emergency surgery immediately!" Her body trembled violently, tears streaming down her face uncontrollably. "The surgery is so risky! One wrong move and he