The Traps of Black Swan

When Shawn heard the happy news, he smiled looking at his two friends celebrating for Skylar. On Monday evening, when everyone went to sleep, he had written a long mail to Mr. Palmer. He had mentioned the situation that made Aarvi leave the island in a haste.

Shawn hadn't begged for Palmer to give the resort to her, he would never do that. Rather he asked if Mr. Palmer could reconsider Skylar's participation in the bidding if he finds Skylar and Aarvi are suitable to lead the resort. Disqualifying her due to her departure should be blamed on him.

He had sent the email, then thought about if he did the right thing. What might Aarvi think if she gets to know and so on? However, He didn't receive any response for two days. Just yesterday he got an email saying Mr. Palmer will consider the mail. He hadn't taken it seriously till now..

"This calls for a party." Shawn reminded them in delight.

Aarvi stopped their thoughts about the evening party, "After we acquire the resort, we will go there. There are many water sports I want to try." She wasn't overconfident, she hoped she could crack this deal.

"Scuba Diving?" Dax questioned as it had been a long time and she might be craving to go underwater.

Aarvi chuckled, shaking her head, "Banana boat ride."

Shawn and Dax: "..."

Aarvi laughed at their expression and listed some, "Dumbos! There are underwater sea walks, snorkeling, kayaking, parasailing, jet-skiing, … I want to try the fly-board."

They were having a good chat when Aarvi heard her mobile beep. She glanced at the screen and smiled. It was from Aaron. His response came late for the picture of lunch she sent. She read his short message, [I want to see you.]

Aarvi thought to take a picture of herself, then canceled it with a video call. She again changed her plan, deciding to drop by Rivas Industries and surprise him. She didn't respond to the message, letting him assume that she was busy.

After lunch, Dax went to Skylar, Shawn had some work at Rivas Industries so he joined Aarvi.

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At the administration office of the ministry of environment and forest,

Nikun stretched his muscles after a long meeting. He submitted the board orders that had passed six years ago to stop the manufacturing of chemicals at the Cornbell plant.

The order was passed due to the release of harmful chemicals to one of the largest lakes that connect to the river if the water level increases. Due to poisonous air, water pollution, the environmental condition around the factory was at its worst. The agricultural lands of villages around the area had fallen barren, the fishermen had to change their jobs. It was also affecting the drinking water of the villagers. In the past six years, everything had recovered slowly.

The complaint Nikun Morris submitted was very detailed. It took him and his team more than two hours to present and explain everything.

They had submitted the permission letter that was obtained by the Harmon industries for the reopening of the chemical factory. Those chemicals had the same composition and some are even more toxic which will destroy the vegetation around the factory.

Since it was the rainy season, the probability of the lake filling and diverging the excess water to the river was high. That river flows to the city of Coasta and enters the sea. So it was a threat to the Coasta and the living being in the sea. Evidently, the factory wasn't safe in the summer either. When the lake dries, the river water would be diverted to the lake so that the human occupation of fishing and agriculture doesn't end in those areas.

The list of troubles went on and on.

Nikun and his legal team. wasn't alone there The seniors or heads of those villages were with him. They had all the proof of previous incidents with the pictures of how the chemical water was affecting the human body. They requested to close down the chemical factory before the villagers could live the history.

Nikun didn't forget to add more allegations and theories on what Harmon Industries were capable of doing with their power and money.

When Nikun noticed the media were waiting outside, he quickly sneaked back inside. It wasn't the time to reveal his face yet. He met the villagers and respectfully spoke, "Mr. Cameron, I  and my team will try our best to handle it if there are any legal procedures. Please be worry-free, we aren't expecting anything in return."

The old man with grey hair smiled, patting Nikun's hand, "We wouldn't have got to know this if you hadn't told us yesterday. You are also helping us. We will be forever grateful for you, Mr. Morris."

Nikun faintly shook his head, "Actually I am just a medium. There is somebody who sent me to do this good deed. That person would prefer to stay low profile so I hope you all could understand." He knew Aarvi wouldn't step out unless it's a dire situation.

The old men looked at each other and nodded in understanding. "Alright then, we won't trouble you asking more." The old man gave a meaningful smile.

Even though they were grateful for the help, they were wary of Nikun, thinking he might fool them. If a person could hire such a big team and help them for free, then that powerful person might have their own motives. So it made the old men be cautious.

Nikun could guess their thoughts looking at their eyes and smiles. He didn't bother to comment about it as they had all the reason to be doubtful. It's good to be careful and not trust anybody so easily. He pointed towards the main door for the elders to leave first so that the media could bombard them with questions and get to know more about the situation.

As he expected, the media swamped up, nonetheless, the old men stayed fearless. Nikun was surprised to witness that. Then he and his team silently left in a low profile.

Nikun dialed Aarvi's number while he was being escorted to a villa under the Rivas security team. "President Evans, my work for the day is completed." He reported first. Then he gave her suggestion, "The department will definitely fall under the pressure when the matter is completely revealed by the media and the public should speak about it, make it a huge deal."

Taking Leon's quickness to solve the things, they need to be ten steps ahead. His money or power could only be defeated by being active and faster in her actions. So he hoped she could arrange for the information to spread faster.

Aarvi's relaxed voice came, [I have sent the details to environmental activists.] So of course everything will blow up to an uncontrollable extent.

Nikun was inarticulate for a second. "Aarvi, do you know how vicious you are?" It was still hard to accept that little innocent Ava was actually Aarvi, being so fast, shrewd and merciless.

[I am honored to be recognized so perfectly, Brother Nick.] Came her voice with a hint of mirth in the tone. Followed by her voice, Shawn's hearty laughter sounded.

Nikun couldn't help but chuckle. According to him, this change in her was needed to survive in the cruel world and to protect her loved ones.

He ended the call after brushing up on the next days' plan.