"Issue the announcement."
Leo closed his eyes for a moment, then opened them again, his gaze clear.
"Jointly issue the 'Emergency Notice on Maintaining Regional Financial Security and Implementing a Liquidity Incentive Program' in the name of the Mayor's Office and the Pennsylvania Industry Alliance Trust."
"Make sure the six percent holding reward is in the most prominent spot."
"Use phrases like 'combating malicious short-selling' and 'protecting local assets'."
"We need to make everyone feel like this is a great battle to defend our financial stability, not a bankruptcy crisis."
Sarah nodded emphatically, her fingers flying across her tablet as she took notes. She then turned and hurried out.
Ethan looked at Leo, wanting to say something but holding back.
"Just say what's on your mind," Leo said as he organized the papers on his desk.
