Chapter 20 - The Larkin Family Prepares for an Epic Legal War
The sun dipped below the Manhattan skyline, casting a fiery orange glow across the glass windows of Larkin Tower.
Celeste Larkin stood in her penthouse office, reviewing the finalized corporate acquisition papers for Veyron’s global assets.
The hostile takeover was officially complete; Larkin Holdings now held absolute control over every patent, factory, and engineer.
Piper walked into the office, moving steadily on her forearm crutches with a balanced, athletic grace that grew stronger daily.
“The legal team just sent over the draft for the class-action lawsuit on behalf of all affected Veyron patients,” Piper announced.
Celeste looked up from her desk, a proud, admiring smile gracing her face as she watched her daughter approach.
“And what does the draft say?” Celeste asked, leaning back in her leather executive chair.
“It says we aren't just suing Veyron for financial damages,” Piper replied, placing a copy of the legal brief on the desk.
“We are setting up a permanent trust fund funded entirely by forfeited executive assets to provide free mobility care for all victims.”
Celeste looked at the document, feeling a deep wave of maternal pride that eclipsed all her corporate victories combined.
“Your grandfather would have been profoundly proud of you, Piper,” Celeste said softly.
“He taught me that wealth is only as valuable as the protection it provides to the people who need it most,” Piper replied.
The interoffice telephone chimed softly, breaking the quiet, reflective atmosphere of the executive office.
Celeste pressed the speakerphone button with a calm, assured motion.
“Go ahead.”
“Ms. Larkin,” her executive assistant announced.
“Arthur Vance’s defense attorney is downstairs in the lobby, requesting an emergency audience with you.”
Celeste exchanged a knowing glance with her daughter, a cold, confident smile touching her lips.
“Send him up,” Celeste instructed smoothly.
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“Let’s see what a bankrupt corporate criminal has to say to the new owners of his company.”
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