Contingency in Lingotto

Part 6

people's differences, whether they are political or not. I continue, "The police appear to be quite interested in her social media past."

Bruno asks me with fresh interest, "Has the police department launched an inquiry?"

Perhaps the authors of the misleading news are to blame for her death rather than ItaliaApp. I'll have a look at it and shine some light on the fraudulent new producers if you could email me her browsing history, the one the cops are looking at. That might enable you to respond to bad coverage sooner. Of course, I'll keep your name off of it.

"I'll consider it," Bruno concentrates on his glass of red wine.

Although Bruno and I may not agree on everything, we have enough common ground that we can be confident in our ability to uphold each other's interests. Paulina's browsing history is sent to me via an encrypted messaging app the following afternoon.

I begin to click on the links:

the ongoing influx of illegal immigrants into Italy.

Covid ascends via ventilation shafts.

How Elevator Buttons Spread Disease in Seven Ways

The first patient with monkey pox in Italy is photographed by paparazzi.

MonkeyPox-infected vegetables picked by immigrants and sold in our supermarkets.

I peruse months' worth of information concerning fatal diseases and how to prevent them. Government efforts to counteract fake news have been unsuccessful.

My heart skips a beat as I see our name among the thousands of links I scan.

"Never believe the government when it comes to monkey pox. See the Turin Register articles that are attached.

I click the link and am greeted by a series of well-known headlines:

Max Serafino's article, "The Dark Hand Behind the Government Reshuffle,"

Health Authorities allegedly covered up patient malpractice claims, according to Max Serafino

Misguided Pandemic Recommendations: Max Serafino

Turin Government Corruption Exposed by Max Serafino