498: Unraveling Truths

Maxwell's frustration was palpable as he replayed the previous night's events in his mind. The thought of being in such a scandalous situation, especially under Bauer' observation, was humiliating. He was desperate to clear his name, much like Bauer had been when falsely accused by Anna. The similarities in their predicaments were stark, suggesting that perhaps Maxwell, too, had been deliberately set up. The woman's pitiful state only added layers of complexity to the situation. Bauer, taking charge of the situation, suggested a practical course of action. "Handling this ourselves might lead to bias or missed details. I'll have an expert review the surveillance footage. Also, I've been informed that the media has caught wind of this story and are bidding it up. Buying silence from one might not stop others." Everyone concurred with Bauer' approach as the most sensible. Meanwhile, Maxwell, although seething with indignation at the false accusations, realized that now was not the tim