The Wolf of Los Angeles.

Chapter 117 The Plan is Called Atonement
On Saturday, a charity exhibition co-organized by LAPD and Fox Channel 11 and co-sponsored by West Coast Media and Entertainment Studio was successfully held at the Griffith Exhibition Center.

Thanks to the huge success of the operation plan and the serious negotiations between Hawke and Susie, West Coast Studio also made it onto the list of co-organizers.

This is enough to leave an impression on many people about West Coast Studios.

In particular, LAPD invited some partners to participate.

On Sunday night, at the LAPD's appreciation party, Hawke, as the founder of the West Coast Studio, met a lot of people through Susie's introduction.

Assistant Chief Superintendent Charles Baker also chatted with Hawke for a while: "I heard that the original plan came from you?"

Hawke said differently to different people: "I and your Officer Erica came up with the initial plan, and the Detective Bureau and Chief Susie made further improvements. This is the result of teamwork, not something I can accomplish alone."

"You did a great job." Charles Baker looked at Susie and said, "You should cooperate more with media people and studios like this to further maintain and build a good image of the LAPD."

Susie answered seriously: "Of course, this is not the first time we have worked with Hawke. He is an old friend of the LAPD."

Charles Baker was very busy tonight, and Hawke was very tactful. He said something polite and took his leave.

Susie lifted her short brown hair and said, "It seems like I won't be able to not cooperate with you next time."

Hawke still said: "I am best at solving difficult and complicated problems."

Thinking back on what she had learned, Susie had to admit this: "Your several shots were amazing."

"Hey, Susie, can I borrow your friend?" Someone came in from the side door and punched Hawke directly on the shoulder.

Hawke looked at Brian Ferguson: "Why are you here?"

Brian said: "Of course I am here to attend the thank you party on behalf of my father, and leave a donation at the end."

Since Hawke was attending, he also prepared a donation.

In fact, every donor receives a special donation certificate.

Brian looked around and saw that there was no one around, so he whispered, "I had a physical examination and there was nothing wrong."

"Just because there isn't one now doesn't mean there won't be one in the future." Hawke is also considering his election next year.

He'd had one hell of a start with Alison Faith and didn't want it to happen again.

Hawke specifically said: "Don't you know a lot of people in Hollywood? Just ask them and you'll know. There has definitely been an AIDS outbreak in the industry."

"Good idea." Brian, traumatized by Hawke's actions, took out his cell phone and made a call: "Tommy, where are you? Come to the left window, near the balcony."

Not long after, Hawke noticed that Tom Cruise appeared.

Tom Cruise, who is known for his bad temper, smiled and hugged Brian, then looked at Hawke and said, "Would you like to introduce me?"

Brian emphasized, "Hawk Osment is the founder of West Coast Media and Entertainment Studios. He was responsible for Steve Nutter's equal rights campaign and the selfie scandal that caused a stir last month. He was the direct executor of the PR and operations planning for the LAPD's action this time."

Tom Cruise had heard these, but more importantly, Brian made the key points.

Tom Cruise's so-called bad temper naturally depends on the person, the matter and the object. He stepped forward and shook hands with Hawke, smiling and saying, "Brian's friends are my friends."

Hawke said politely: "I really like Mission: Impossible and Ethan Hunt."

After the two of them finished their pleasantries, Brian said, "If you encounter any troubles or problems that are difficult to solve in the future, you can always look for Hawke."

Hawke took out his business card and handed it to Tom Cruise.

Tom Cruise exchanged business cards with him.

Brian asked, "I heard from Hawke that someone in Hollywood is infected with AIDS?"

"There have always been rumors like this. I don't know who it is specifically. You know how chaotic this circle is." Cruise said directly: "For example, if I want to have sex with someone, the other party must have a recent medical examination report."

Hawke continued, "Well, I didn't lie to you, did I?"

Cruise consoled him, "This circle has always been like this. The surface has changed, but the things inside have never changed in decades."

Someone came to look for him, and Tom Cruise left quickly.

Brian's good mood was gone, and he said to Hawke, "Why do I have the urge to hit you?"

Hawke clenched his left fist with his right hand and said, "How about this, let's find a boxing ring tomorrow and have a fair fight."

Brian heard Erica talk about Hawke's brutal attack on the yacht: "Do you think I'm crazy?"

He was in pain: "You made me suffer from AIDS phobia."

Hawke consoled him, "This way you can stay healthy. Only if you are healthy can you enter the Oval Office. You have to fulfill the position of Chief of Staff you promised me, right? Buddy, you should find a stable partner."

Brian sighed: "To be in politics, you must have a stable partner and then find a few mistresses."

"I thought you were going to have a classic prodigal son scene," Hawke said.

Brian replied casually: "In our family, apart from the wives, all the men have lovers outside. It's common."

Hawke didn't respond. He noticed Erica coming over in a police uniform.

Erica took off her hat, held it in her hand, and greeted the two.

Hawke asked the waiter to bring some water: "My voice is almost hoarse, drink some water first."

Erica drank some water to moisten her throat and said, "It's more tiring to keep talking and chatting with people than to kill the traffickers."

She couldn't wait to rest: "Now that this case is over, I will be able to take my annual vacation soon. When are we going to go hunting in Wyoming?"

"You guys are going hunting in Wyoming?" Brian interrupted. "Count me in."

Hawke and Erica's gazes immediately turned over, stabbing him like knives.

These two ruthless men had killed more than one person, and the murderous aura that suddenly erupted from them made Brian shiver unconsciously.

Brian was sure that if he went with these two ruthless guys, he would not end well, so he immediately gave up the place: "I have something else to do, so I'll leave first."

After Brian walked away, Hawke said, "Let's go in October. I have another job on hand, which may delay me for a few days."

Erica said, "It's okay, call me when you confirm the time."

She lowered her voice and said something else: "Campos's identity has been processed. The things are in my bag. I will give you the documents later."

On the black market, the price for obtaining legal identification is clearly marked, but it is not cheap, and no one knows whether it is an FBI sting.

For people at a certain level, this is not difficult.

Hawke was not polite either: "Campos is also your long-term informant. If there is similar news again, I will let him contact you directly."

The two of them were very open and forthright in their work, and they developed a tacit understanding when they got off the yacht.

After the thank-you party was over, Hawke donated $10, got the documents from Erica, and drove back to East Hollywood.

The next morning, Hawke came back from morning exercise, had breakfast, called Edward, and went to the Ackerman Charity Rescue Center together.

The rescue station was particularly busy today, and the medical vehicle providing free physical examinations drove over again.

Hawke took a look and without hesitation asked Edward to drive the car into the parking lot at the back and called Campos.

Not long after, Campos came from the other side of the parking lot and got into the Cadillac.

Hawke took out a document bag from his bag and handed it to him: "Take a look."

Campos took it, opened it and looked at it carefully. As a former Mexican policeman, it was not difficult for him to understand that this was a legal identity document.

Not only was there his picture on it, but also his new name - Campos Sánchez González.

Campos was somewhat excited. He was wanted in his hometown and was traced to California. Who wouldn't want to get legal status?
He even thought about going back one day and shooting all those bastards to death.

Hawke could roughly guess what Campos was thinking through this period of contact, and said, "When we develop and become powerful enough, those people and things in the past will be nothing in front of enough dollars."

The pie touched Campos' heart, and he said, "As long as you don't touch drugs, I will do everything else with you."

Hawke said, "I will pay you to set up a consulting company. Don't you have some Mexican people here? I can let them be your eyes and ears, and they can also take on some business when I need them..."

Campos understood: "Secret investigation is what I am best at."

He thought for a moment and then said, "According to my understanding, there are several Mexican policemen who have offended traffickers and have fled to Los Angeles. Can I try to contact them?"

"You can give it a try. Ability is not a question, but you must be reliable. You are the last person they know." Hawke thought for a moment and said, "If there is someone available, tell him that he can do a good job and help them solve their identity problems."

"Yes." Campos replied. Hawke looked at Edward and said, "You will accompany Campos to handle the paperwork, rent a house, buy a car, purchase filming equipment, and register the company. Do the registration as I tell you and find an agency to complete it."

Before coming, the two had agreed that Edward picked up his briefcase and asked Campos to get out of the car: "Let's go."

Campos nodded to Hawke and followed Edward away.

Hawke got out of the car, got into the driver's seat, got in the Cadillac, and headed for Dodge Sports Park.

This is the home of the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Major League Baseball has already entered the playoffs. The Dodgers performed poorly this year and were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs. The team has just gone on vacation.

As for the reason for elimination, some sports media believe that star player Steve Nutter was distracted by too many off-court factors, resulting in a significant decline in performance this season compared to the previous season.

But the public opinion criticizing Steve was quickly suppressed by more media.

Those left-wing media praised Steve, believing that he was engaged in a greater cause.

The team not only looks at the performance on the court, but also the comprehensive commercial value.

Steve signed a new contract with the Dodgers, and his salary increased instead of decreased.

In Los Angeles, Steve is becoming a banner.

The flag naturally has to lead the direction of the sport, but it is also to cover up the fact that the performance on the field this season has been poor. Steve approached Hawke, eager to once again be at the forefront.

Hawke called Caroline, drove into Dodger Sports Park, parked the car at the side door of the stadium, saw Caroline waiting at the door, and walked over quickly.

The wind blew on Caroline, and her newly bought Burberry windbreaker fluttered in the wind. She waved to Hawke: "Come this way."

Hawke hurriedly followed. He came here to discuss work today, and rarely did he flirt with Miss Mee. He asked, "What's going on with Steve? Why did you meet here?"

Caroline said as she walked away, "You led the entire team astray. The team heard about Steve's plan and decided to support him and join the movement together."

"No wonder he was eliminated." Hawke understood: "It turns out that it's not Steve's fault alone."

The two walked through the corridor and entered a reception room.

In the room, besides Steve himself, there were his agent, Byers, and the team's black manager, Madu Kai, whom he had met at the Orange County Hospital.

After a few simple pleasantries, Hawke got straight to the point: "I need to clarify my goal for this matter once more."

Steve continued, "We need to create a victorious equal rights movement, at least in California, and set off a new wave of movement."

Hawke looked at the team manager, Madu Kai: "What are the team's requirements?"

Maduke has also tasted the sweetness of equal rights during this period and said: "I hope the team can be deeply involved in it."

Hawke understood and said, "Steve is my old client and old friend. I will not increase the fee. The fee will still be the same as last time, $60 commission."

This flag is very useful and he may need it sometime in the future.

Steve looked at Byers, then at Caroline, and said, "I agree."

Madukai had discussed with Steve before: "The team will be responsible for the commission of $40, and the expenses during the period will also be borne by the team."

As long as the commission is sufficient, Hawke doesn't care who pays how much.

The previous contract template was still there, and both parties signed the agreement quickly.

Hawke put away his contract and began to explain his plan: "This plan is called atonement."

Steve asked, "Atonement? What? For the old plantation days?"

"That's right," Hawke said. "Black people first came to North America as slaves, doing hard labor without any freedom, and the fruits of their hard work all belonged to the white people."

He began his magical speech: "Everything that white people enjoy is built on the basis of exploiting the blood and sweat of black people. Now it is the 21st century, that barbaric era has passed, and freedom, democracy and civilization have come to this land. After generations of efforts, equal rights have become a social consensus, but for most people, equal rights are still just a kind of rhetoric, rather than actual practice like Steve."

The others were listening attentively.

Only Caroline knew that Hawke himself didn't believe what he said.

Madukai asked the team to participate not because he liked these things, but from a business perspective. He asked: "Atonement? Asking the team to give financial compensation? This is unrealistic."

"It's the hardest to take money out of other people's pockets." Hawke added: "If we call on white people to give economic compensation to black people, those who originally stayed at the verbal or wait-and-see attitude will inevitably stay away from this movement."

Shouting slogans is fine, but paying money? Damn it!
There are too many things like this and too many people like this.

What's more, many people participate in this sport to make money.

Hawke continued: "So, we have to start with something that doesn't cost anyone money, can be participated in by all people, and can be done easily."

He asked Madukai: "I read the team news and remember a black player was injured?"

“Yes, a broken arm,” Maduke replied.

Hawke looked at Caroline and asked, "Is there any welfare agency for black people with disabilities in Los Angeles?"

"Yes." Caroline suddenly thought of someone, the disabled black man who robbed goods in Walmart supermarket.

She stared at Hawke in a daze. Where did this plan come from?
Caroline remembered very clearly that after the old black man was knocked down by the Taser, he was disgusted by the dirt and stench, so he quickly ran away when he passed by.

And Hawke, that bastard, came up with a plan just because of that black guy?
The gap is too big.

Is this the difference between wolves and sheep?

While she was daydreaming, Hawke had already told her the specific steps.

These were supported by Steve and Maduke.

Hawke said to Caroline: "You are responsible for contacting them and communicating with them. The Los Angeles Dodgers will visit them."

Caroline responded, "Leave it to me."

Hawke then said to Steve: "Invite your injured black teammates to that welfare organization. As the representative of the players, you can become a bridge of communication between the two sides."

Steve believed Hawke: "No problem."

Hawke told Madukai: "You have to communicate well with the white players. If someone disagrees, don't force it."

The Dodgers are now all over the place, and Madukei said with a smile: "They won't take no for an answer."

Hawke considered that there were many things to communicate and contact in the meantime: "The time is set for three days, and the team will make an announcement to the public."

Madukai nodded: "Okay."

Hawke said to Byers: "You interact more with the players and help Steve stabilize the players' emotions so that they are willing to do it."

Byers nodded.

Hawke said: "Now, the only thing left is the most important task, the audience! It is expected that there will be two main groups of audiences, media reporters and ordinary audiences. The former are media whose style tends to be equal rights, and the latter..."

“Steve!” he reminded emphatically, “This part of the work is very important. I remember that there are many white members in the Los Angeles NAACP.”

"I'm the representative," said Steve.

Hawke pointed at him and said, "Contact the group of people who share the same ideals as you. When our performance on stage begins, we need them to follow suit and create a sensational effect."

Steve’s equal rights leadership wasn’t for nothing: “Leave it to me.”

Hawke said to Caroline, "Make a list of the media and give it to me for review as soon as possible."

During the discussion of some detailed issues, Hawke remembered another thing and said, "After the event, I hope the team's exclusive interview can be done by Fox 11's Ace News."

The show had high ratings, so Madhukai agreed to take it.

Hawke added: "If the response is strong, the team will invite a college team in Los Angeles that favors equality to hold a charity game at Dodger Stadium."

Madukai automatically replied: "The proceeds from the game will be nominally donated to black welfare institutions."

After the meeting, Hawke called Megan and then contacted Edward to make some preparations tomorrow.

For example, he needed to go to the welfare center that Caroline mentioned and prepare specific supplies.

After three days of preparation, the event started on time.

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