Chapter 559: Can't Get Out!

After leaving the police station, Georgina discovered four missed calls on her phone, all from Martin, which warmed her heart. However, the pain in her arms and face served as a stark reminder of the despicable man temporarily detained by the LAPD.

Women are enigmatic creatures; when they look down on a man, they can only see his flaws.

Georgina bid farewell to her lawyer, got into her car, and promptly dialed Martin's number. As soon as the call connected, she shared, "I've left the police station, everything is fine."

Martin responded warmly, "I couldn't reach you several times in a row. I was worried, so I asked McClain from the LAPD to keep an eye on your situation."

Georgina, touched by the LAPD chief's personal involvement, expressed her gratitude, "Thank you, Martin."

Martin reassured her, saying, "Go back and get some rest. Don't worry; this too shall pass."

Georgina gently touched her bruised face and confided, "I've made up my mind to divorce that repugnant bastard."

Martin, always considerate, advised, "Don't rush into a decision. Wait until you've calmed down, okay?"

Georgina agreed but then noticed paparazzi lurking nearby. She cautioned, "Let's not discuss this further for now. I'm heading back."

With the LAPD capable of detaining Harvey for up to 24 hours, Georgina wasn't ready to return home just yet. Instead, she headed to a hotel, seeking solitude to gather her thoughts.

Her lawyer had shared some insights about the media situation. Georgina couldn't help but feel that Harvey's once-stellar reputation was now irreparably tarnished.

There was no reason to continue their marriage. She pondered how to maximize her gains. Despite the prenuptial agreement, Georgina had other plans, particularly considering the evidence of domestic violence in her possession. If made public, it could garner widespread sympathy and potentially secure greater benefits.

But that wasn't enough. A bold idea entered Georgina's mind, one she found almost unbelievable. She contemplated taking the divorce proceedings to court, leveraging Harvey's current predicament for maximum attention. What if she appeared publicly, and in court, visibly pregnant?

The more she considered it, the more feasible and enticing it seemed. As for the child's father, wasn't Martin an excellent choice?

Georgina applied a cold compress to her face and retired early, leaving behind the day's conflicts and pain. In her dreams, she laughed with newfound determination.

...

Burbank, Davis Film and Television Studios.

Martin's third-floor office was brightly lit, and he, along with Thomas and Bruce, were still at work.

The LCD TV mounted on the wall broadcasted a news program reporting on Harvey's scandal.

Warner was, as expected, following the story closely.

"The Hollywood tycoon Harvey Weinstein's scandal is currently gaining momentum on the internet. The public video evidence is undeniable..."

As the voice-over continued, a portly figure of a man filled the news screen. "This man is undeniably Harvey Weinstein. We have reached out to Harvey and his office, but Harvey has yet to respond directly."

Bruce checked the text message on his phone and remarked, "CNN is also covering it."

Thomas swiftly switched to CNN, a renowned news station headquartered in Atlanta, reporting on Harvey-related events.

At ten o'clock in the evening, during the scheduled news broadcast, all five major TV networks covered the story extensively.

Online, the news had already taken over the internet, consistently topping Google's trending searches.

As the night grew late, Martin decided, "That's enough for today. Get a good rest, everyone. Keep in touch if anything comes up. We'll reconvene tomorrow."

Thomas noted, "Many people won't sleep well tonight."

Bruce added optimistically, "Well, we can."

The three of them descended the stairs and departed in two separate cars.

While the car engines hummed to life, Martin inquired, "Any updates on Judy?"

Bruce explained, "Harvey Levin, TMZ's boss, embarked on a self-driving trip out of Los Angeles this afternoon, and the editor-in-chief is vacationing in the Caribbean. For now, daily operations of the website are temporarily under Judys control."

Martin grasped the implications, saying, "If things go well, they can return anytime; if not, Judy will shoulder the blame."

Bruce concurred, "That's in line with our expectations. Judy now has substantial autonomy."

Martin had been perusing the online news with his phone. After a moment, he said, "Barring any unforeseen developments, Harvey should be released from the police station tomorrow morning. Let's have Judy mobilize the victims to go to the Beverly Police Department tonight and report the violations that took place at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills."

Bruce nodded, "This way, the LAPD will have a legitimate reason to detain him further tomorrow. With the boss and the core of the gang out of the picture, we'll have more room to maneuver."

After making a few phone calls, Martin added, "According to Kelly, Hilary's situation appears normal."

Bruce inquired, "What about New York? Any word from Bob Weinstein?"

"Not yet," Martin replied, recalling that Harvey's brother maintained an exceptionally close relationship with him.

...

Inside the police station's holding room.

Harvey paced the empty room, anxiety apparent in his eyes. He couldn't help but wonder how far the online news had spread. Trapped here, he remained oblivious to the unfolding situation.

And then there was Georgina, his wife. Harvey couldn't shake the feeling that she had ulterior motives. Their recent encounter with Nicole Kidman at the hotel had gone smoothly for two days, but today, she deliberately provoked him with an argument. Even without Lombardo's influence, there might be other tactics to push him into action.

This woman!

The door swung open, and Harvey's lawyer entered with two police officers.

After the police departed, Harvey inquired, "Do you have a mobile phone?"

The lawyer shook his head, explaining, "I'm not sure why, but they are strictly enforcing the rules this time. You can't freely contact the outside world during your detention. If you have anything to say, you should tell me."

Harvey was resolute, "Someone is plotting against me. What's happening with public opinion in the media?"

The lawyer, aware of the situation, reported, "It's extremely unfavorable. All five major TV networks have reported on your case. You should prepare for the worst and brace yourself."

In hushed tones, Harvey continued, "Call Bob and ask him to contact Washington immediately. I need protection." His voice grew even quieter, "Tell him there's a banknote in my office drawer. He should quickly retrieve the safe key and make sure to keep it hidden."

The lawyer noted down every detail, assuring Harvey, "I'll call Bob as soon as I leave."

Harvey continued to provide instructions to his lawyer, ensuring that every detail was remembered before inquiring, "When can I expect to be released?"

The lawyer responded, "I'm currently processing the bail procedures, but the earliest release would be tomorrow morning."

Harvey urged, "Please expedite it."

After a few more questions, the lawyer exited the detention room, employing his usual tactics to exert pressure on the police. He reclaimed his phone and left the police station to make a crucial call.

In the distance, a car pulled up, and Judy, the driver, switched off the headlights.

As the vehicle plunged into darkness, the faces of Anna Frank, Angela Oyer, and Emma O'Connor came into focus.

Judy reassured them, saying, "Let's head to the police station now. Don't worry; the police will definitely take your case seriously."

Emma O'Connor inquired, "Judy, aren't you coming with us?"

Judy explained, "I'll stay in the background. I've found someone more suitable to accompany you—a female lawyer you've already met."

She patted the arms of the three girls sitting together. "There's something I haven't told you yet. Camille, the lawyer, has represented victims in the Pitt nanny case and the Ben Affleck teaching case, ensuring justice prevailed. All the victims received compensation, and the wrongdoers faced the consequences."

Hearing about these two well-known cases boosted their confidence.

Judy opened the car door, saying, "Go on, I've got your back!"

The three exited the vehicle, and the door of a BMW ahead swung open. Lawyer Camille waved them over, with Anna Frank, who needed the money most, leading the way. As they passed, the other two followed suit.

Camille hugged them, offering words of comfort and encouragement, and then guided them into the police station.

Judy had recorded the entire process on her DV camera as they entered the police station. She headed to Century City nearby, entered a coffee shop, connected to the internet, uploaded the video to a website, and drafted a concise news article.

"Tonight, three victims of Harvey Weinstein's alleged coercion entered the police station and officially filed a police report against the Hollywood film mogul."

Judy submitted the news to the front page headlines, side by side with Harvey's previous news.

She believed that Harvey's story had the potential to become a series, and if he were to fall from grace, she could even consider producing a documentary.

The night was dark, but Judy felt no fatigue. It was as if she could already see the Pulitzer Prize beckoning, with a substantial sum of money about to hit her account.

In the police holding room, Harvey endured a sleepless night, his eyes bloodshot by dawn.

The lawyer returned, having just received a call back from Bob.

He began with the news, "I reached out to Bob, and he mentioned he had a phone call with Washington yesterday afternoon."

Yesterday afternoon...

Harvey was somewhat relieved and couldn't contain his anticipation as he asked, "Have the bail procedures been completed? When can I be released?"

However, the lawyer's expression darkened as he delivered the grim message, "They rejected the bail application due to your involvement in another case."

Harvey's eyes widened in disbelief, "What?"

The lawyer swiftly clarified, "In the early hours of yesterday morning, Kamil, a renowned women's rights protection lawyer, arrived at the police station with three women from the video. Two of them provided tangible evidence. You were detained for less than 24 hours when the police applied for an extension of your detention."

Harvey felt an inexplicable panic and fear gripping him, "This is a conspiracy, someone is targeting me!"

The lawyer regretfully explained, "I can't challenge this; a new case has emerged. The LAPD possesses substantial evidence, and the legal procedures are sound."