She Chose Him Now She Wants Me Back novel Chapter 296

Chapter 296

At that moment, dozens of staff members inside the store struggled to keep up. A handful of managers moved through the crowd, trying to maintain order.

Nearly every seat was filled, with customers experiencing White Cosmos No. 1. About 80% of them were women. With so many women moving about, they naturally drew the attention of many men, which only made the crowd swell further.

Dominic took in the lively scene and felt a heavy weight lift from his chest.

A sudden commotion erupted at the entrance.

Almost everyone turned to look outside, hesitation spreading across their faces.

Dominic frowned and walked out.

Several uniformed men were entering, their expressions unfriendly.

“It’s the regulatory bureau!” Jewel’s face darkened as she muttered the words under her breath.

Dominic understood at once. Zachary had likely sent them.

One of the managers stepped forward to speak, but a bureau official blocked him and spoke in a cold voice. “Get your boss here. Now!”

Sweat broke out on the manager’s forehead.

Dominic walked over and gave him a reassuring pat on the shoulder. The manager let out a long breath when he saw him.

“Mr. Fleming, I…”

“I know,” Dominic said. “Go handle your work. Leave this to me.”

He then turned to the officials. “Sir, this is our first day open. May I ask what violations you believe we’ve committed?”

One of the officials scanned the room and suddenly raised his voice. “We received a report that your products contain carcinogens. They require a strict inspection!”

The crowd immediately began to murmur. Many customers looked uneasy after having just tried the products.

Dominic’s expression hardened. “White Cosmos No. 1 has passed multiple official inspections and has no issues. Can you take legal responsibility for what you just claimed?”

The official rolled his eyes. “Whether there’s a problem or not will be revealed by inspection. Or do you have something to hide?

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The remark unsettled the onlookers. Several customers stopped testing the products at once. Even if the product was clean, interference from the regulatory bureau could easily spark misleading expert commentary online.

Jewel leaned in and whispered, “Dominic, negative articles attacking White Cosmos No. 1 are already spreading online.”

Dominic had only just realized this when the officials began to move. There was no doubt that Zachary stood behind it all.

He drew a steady breath. “Why don’t we go inside and talk?”

A portly man among the officials had remained silent until now. His manner suggested higher rank. He replied calmly, “What can’t be said here?”

The man beside him sneered, “What, planning to bribe Mr. Mills? Don’t even think about it.”

Phones appeared throughout the crowd as people began recording. The implication was obvious. Something must be wrong with the product, and now the owner was trying to bribe an official,

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If this was mishandled, Dominic’s reputation would collapse on the spot.

His expression cooled. He had anticipated scenarios like this and had discussed them with Andriana. She had assured him that senior professors from Skyline University could step in if needed.

When Dominic took out his phone, Michael Mills frowned. “What are you doing, calling someone? I came only to inspect, but your behavior makes me suspicious. I will conduct a thorough investigation today. If I find even the slightest issue, I will show no leniency!”

His righteous tone drew applause from the crowd.

Isabella stepped forward. “Mr. Mills, do you truly believe you can control everything?”

Michael frowned at the stunning woman before him. “Who are you?”

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