Chapter 509 - I Will Match The Donation (1/2)
Her dazzling intelligence was evident from her fluency in weaving words and conveying many important things about the condition of the earth, which was increasingly threatened by global warming, and how the most influential people in the world could come together to take action.
”We are very grateful to Splitz for generously providing the Virconnect 4D facility so that this year we can invite the world community to participate in environmental programs to save the earth through purchasing the Virconnect access to this event. The amount of money collected has reached thirty million dollars and we will donate it to three environmental organizations that are working in efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save endangered animals, and reclaim small islands that are threatened to sink in the Pacific region.”
Everyone in the audience applauded in a very lively manner. It was true that the Ritz Gala event was opened for the first time to the public through the Virconnect facility with the noble aim of raising funds for an environmental rescue program.
”I hope that the representatives from Splitz can go on stage and deliver their speech.” Millian widely smiled and raised her hand to invite Pavel to go onstage.
Pavel shook his head and pointed at Alaric, who sat next to him. For a moment, Millian looked surprised. She didn't expect Elios Linden to talk because she had heard how much the man did not like crowds nor talking in front of people. But did the Splitz CEO say Mr. Linden was willing to talk? Was that true?
When Alaric got up and walked with firm steps onto the stage, Millian held her breath in disbelief. Alaric had come.
”Er... Hello, everyone. This is Mr. Elios Linden, for those of you who may have never seen him in person. He is one of our nominees for the World's Most Eligible Bachelors. Last week, he was ranked first in Forsythe's 100 Most Influential Men.” Millian looked elated when Alaric arrived on stage. ”He is also the new leader of Rhionen-Meier Industries, which is the parent company of Splitz, the manufacturer of the 4D Virconnect that we are using tonight.”
The audience spontaneously applauded. Confusion could clearly be heard from the crowd. They had certainly heard of the famous name of Elios Linden, but they had never seen him, nor have they ever suspected that he would look so young and striking.
Noble girls, A-list celebrities, and girls from families of tycoons seem to be increasingly curious about his figure.
Millian was about to reach out a hand to shake hands but immediately stopped herself. She remembered Aleksis, the man's digital assistant, had told her that Elios Linden did not like to be touched.
”Please say a word or two, Mr. Linden.” Millian sweetly smiled and retreated back to give Alaric a chance to speak.
”Thank you, Millian,” Alaric solemnly started. He then turned his gaze to the people present and took the time until they were all quiet to continue speaking. His words were very well chosen and his voice was soft. The way he spoke left a deep impression on many.
Alaric spoke softly and clearly about the damage that had occurred on earth and how he regretted that humans still had not found the best way to properly care for the earth.
”As proof of my concern for the earth, I am committed to donating funds to the total amount of money collected from tonight's event. The Ritz Gala and Virconnect have raised thirty million dollars for the environmental rescue program. This time, if you all spend money to contribute, however much the value becomes at the end, I'll match the amount.”
He ended his impressive speech by challenging the audience, the most influential and powerful people in the world, to contribute to the program of saving the environment, and he would match it no matter how much money was raised in the end. This immediately caused a stir among everyone.