He knew all too well that the public thrived on drama and conspiracy theories. As long as he wove a compelling story, most people wouldn't bother digging for the truth.
Alexi's eyes gleamed as the idea struck him. If he played this right, not only could he use Rafael and Minerva as his stepping stones, but he could also exact revenge on Rafael.
If the scandal gained traction, Rafael's company would surely take a hit—its stock price could plummet, causing him to lose a fortune. Rival companies would seize the opportunity to exploit the controversy, riding the wave to drag Rafael down even further. And if Rafael was backed into a corner, Alexi could finally get his payback for being blacklisted.