Chapter 9 One Hundred Thousand Dollars

As soon as she finished speaking, Kara's gaze pierced through like a sharp sword, "Have you seen the ratings of our program? I am willing to bear any consequences for broadcasting such news"

As for whether entering the scene before the police would make him a suspect, he had already considered this before going in. The surveillance in this era was not as pervasive as it would become in the future, especially since 9/11 had not yet occurred, and the government had little surveillance in many residential areas. However, the route he took before arriving was the main road from the valley area to Beverly Hills. Murphy remembered very clearly that there was public relations surveillance in place, which was sufficient to prove that he was not at the scene when the victim called the police. The government had little surveillance in many residential areas, but the route he took before arriving was the main road from the valley area to Beverly Hills. Murphy remembered very clearly that there was public relations surveillance in place, which was sufficient to prove that he was not at the scene when the victim called the police.

The silent Kate said, "This exceeds all standards of television broadcasting"

This way, there will be no problem? The person asking the question is Murphy

Murphy was not surprised; Carla is a shrewd journalist and manager who understands that this video is highly sensitive and may involve legal issues

Nonsense! Kara's profession and power are evidently significant, "Of course it is legally broadcast!"

Kara tucked a long strand of golden hair behind her ear, revealing a smile on her delicate face, and eagerly whispered, "Did you bring the things?"

"Did you really take the picture?" she asked uncertainly

Alright..." Connie pondered for a moment, "The deceased's face should be blurred, and do not disclose the detailed address of the incident during the program.

However, Murphy has never considered himself a good citizen of Los Angeles, and even after being in this world for more than a year, he has no sense of identification with America

Therefore, handing the video over to the police is undoubtedly the worst choice

Of course, Murphy would not think this way; he knows that Carla is a shrewd and mature professional woman, and he cannot be deceived by the external manifestations of her gender advantages.

It is not an exaggeration to say that it will become the focus of social news in Los Angeles over the next two weeks, and the ratings of the program directly relate to her position and promotion

What about journalistic ethics

What? The sound in the receiver increased by as much as one hundred decibels, "What did you say?"

"He filmed it," Carla pointed to Murphy, "He arrived at the scene before the police."

"Take a look at this video." Kara replayed, "Which ones can be broadcasted?"

Leaning against the back of the driver's seat, Murphy stared intently at the notebook placed on the steering wheel, contemplating how to handle the footage of the vehicle and the two assailants.

She glanced outside through the glass door, and there was no movement. Just as Carla was about to withdraw her gaze, a tall, familiar figure turned the corner at the end of her line of sight. The frown on her brow relaxed slightly, and she couldn't help but push the door open and stride towards Murphy.

Kara's expression immediately darkened, "I brought you here to address legal matters, not to veto my work plan"

The other side was completely shouting, "Murphy, I want to see you right now. If I don't see you before midnight, I swear I will kill you. I will definitely use the most brutal means you can imagine to kill you"

"Is it Bill Road?" someone asked from the opposite side

Here, Murphy pulled a storage disk from his pocket and waved it in front of Carla, saying, "In the Valley Bill Road home invasion murder case, I have at least seen four dead bodies!"

Hello. Connie gave his hand a shake, then said to Carla, "It is best not to play it at all"

Such a serious and malignant case, occurring in downtown Los Angeles and the Santa Monica Valley, is undoubtedly developing in two entirely different directions, with the former being largely ignored and the latter receiving significant attention

Fox Los Angeles Channel 6 is merely one of the many television channels under the Fox network, and it does not stand out much among them. Its viewership in the local television market of Los Angeles has consistently been in a middling position, with late-night and morning news segments lacking sufficient attention. Someone like Carla, who possesses a keen news sense and a strong career ambition, is well aware of the kind of attention that a recently occurred case will attract

Once again, the recorded scene plays back, a hand supporting the chin, as Murphy begins to contemplate the possible developments of this matter

As these words reached his ears, Murphy was not at all concerned. After more than a month of interaction, he had a general understanding of what kind of person Kara Faye is; for the sake of news and ratings, she is capable of doing many crazy things

Murphy nodded, "Yes, I just filmed it."

Yet that guy Murphy actually arrived at the scene before the police. Carla did not believe for a moment that he would follow the rules and capture anything useful. During this time, the two sides had collaborated multiple times, and she had come to understand a bit about Murphy Stanton. He was a bold, meticulous person, with an underlying fierceness that shone through.

A young man and a young woman immediately followed behind.

Such a person will definitely not adhere to conventional practices

The corners of her mouth twitched slightly, and she forced a smile as she took the storage disk from Murphy's hand, leading him towards the editing room. As they passed through the office area, she commanded, "Michael, Kate, put down your current tasks and come to Editing Room 1 immediately."

The video provided to her by the previous freelance journalist was filmed after the police had sealed off the scene, and there were not many eye-catching elements. If the incident had not occurred in a wealthy area, she might not have even considered purchasing it at all

"It's gone," Murphy said with a light laugh, "but Kara, I arrived at Bill Road before the police did."

The woman in black, Connie, stood beside Kara's chair, looking at the screen, and asked, "Are you referring to legal broadcasting?"

Damn it, why didn't you say so earlier

The editor named Michael added, "If the face of the deceased is shown, it is equivalent to revealing the identity of the deceased"

A few minutes later, a short-haired woman in black entered, and Murphy merely observed, watching them discuss the possibility of this video appearing in the program

With his left arm resting on the car window, Murphy stated directly, "I have a video here of a robbery that just occurred in the San Monica Valley."

When the first corpse appeared, Michael and Kate looked somewhat uneasy at the bloody scene, but Murphy could see from Carla's face that behind her exquisite professional makeup was an inexplicable excitement, akin to a young woman seeing a limited edition handbag

There is no doubt that this woman has developed a significant interest in this video

Are there any others? Kara asked.

Connie nodded gently, "As long as there is no injunction from the court, we will not violate the law"

Murphy calmly said, "I arrived at the scene before the police."

Having accomplished all of this, Murphy picked up the phone and dialed a number

Upon hearing this, Murphy couldn't help but glance at the time. This round of consideration, along with the editing, took an hour and a half. For someone in the news reporting field, a difference of just a few minutes could lead to two completely different scenarios.

There is currently no bounty. If the video is submitted, Murphy believes that he will receive no substantial reward, and he will never overestimate the credibility and quality of the American police.

After much contemplation, Murphy gradually formulated a preliminary plan. His eyes returned to the notebook, and he opened the editing software to process the video. He deliberately cut out the segment showing the two black assailants leaving in a vehicle from the manor gate, making it appear as though the video began recording only after entering the interior of the mansion

Murphy's expression was serious, "One hundred thousand dollars!"

For him at present, let alone several tens of thousands of dollars, even several thousand dollars is a significant amount.

The video was still playing, and Carla was already very satisfied. She picked up the phone and dialed an internal number, saying, "Have Connie from the legal department come over."

It is precisely because such a heinous incident occurred in the affluent district that she requires more impactful and appealing video or photographic materials

She stood right in front of Murphy, dressed in a well-fitted professional suit, her light blue eyes fixed intently on him, as if he were the object of her secret affection

At this point, she unequivocally commanded, "This is the headline for the 6 o'clock news"

Murphy nodded gently and shook the storage disk again, "I won't tell you how good this video is; I think it's best for you to see it for yourself"

Seeing Carla shake her head, Connie said, "We cannot release the identity of the deceased without notifying the relatives"

Seeing the tall woman approaching briskly from across, Murphy deliberately said, "You actually came out to greet me"

Report to the police? ... This is the awareness that a good citizen should possess

The editing room was unusually quiet, and Murphy, as before, stood behind Carla and the others, whose eyes were fixed on the screen, completely captivated by the video shot by Murphy

Has the identity of the deceased been confirmed

Kara's voice was somewhat flat, "You are too late, someone has already provided us with this news material, my reporters have all rushed over there."

How much can the reward be? Murphy speculated that, based on the victim's profile and the location of the incident, it could definitely be several tens of thousands of dollars

Kara's eyes sparkled, radiating an unusual brilliance.

If everything unfolds according to his plan, this video could potentially generate a substantial income, and perhaps even earn the first pot of gold to kickstart his film career

The incident occurred in a wealthy residential area known for its good public safety, which alone would attract significant public attention. The Los Angeles police will also face immense pressure, and if they are unable to find any valuable clues, it is highly likely that they will offer a substantial reward.

It is truly rare

Hey, Carla, it's me, Murphy

The second deceased appeared in the frame, and a hint of a smile had already graced the corners of Carla's mouth, her eyes sparkling even more brightly. She turned her head to glance at Murphy, who tilted his head slightly in return, offering a similar smile

More importantly, what benefits can this bring to him personally

"Where did the video come from?" Connie asked

Upon seeing the woman in black glance over, Murphy stepped forward and extended his right hand, "Hello, I am Murphy Stanton, a freelance journalist"

Moreover, once the video is handed over to the police, it signifies that it can no longer be sold to television stations, resulting in a significant loss of income.

Hello. A familiar female voice came through the receiver, "This is Carla Fess."

In the white building of Channel 6, Carla paced back and forth in her office, occasionally glancing at her watch. The reporters from the news department who had just arrived at the scene had conveyed the confirmed information: the incident occurred in a mansion valued at several million dollars, where the homeowner couple, along with their servants and bodyguards, had all been murdered in a particularly gruesome manner

"You three can leave first," Kara waved her hand at the other three. After they left, she turned her body towards this side while sitting in the chair, "Name your price, Murphy, but don't be too outrageous."

Apart from some routine spiritual rewards, Murphy could not think of anything else

Driving towards Burbank, Murphy contemplated many aspects, particularly how to maximize the benefits of this video. This situation, like the current one, is entirely serendipitous.

Wait a moment! Murphy suddenly interjected, reminding them, "Gentlemen, we have yet to discuss the price."