Chapter 6 - Gabriel Warns Victoria About Crossing The Vance Family
Victoria’s hands shook slightly as she realized her corporate leverage was evaporating into the freezing New England air.
“The board of directors will hear about this abuse of federal authority; you can't protect her forever,” Victoria threatened.
“The board of directors is currently being audited by my special oversight team as we speak,” Gabriel countered smoothly.
“Every offshore account, every bribe, and every cover-up from 1999 onward is now federal property,” Gabriel added.
Victoria’s aristocratic composure completely collapsed, leaving her staring at the younger man in absolute horror.
“You... you orchestrated the entire federal sweep of our shipping corporation just to get to this moment?” she whispered.
“I’m just cleaning up the trash your husband and grandfather left behind in their wake,” Gabriel said without emotion.
He reached down, taking Elena’s trembling hand and pulling her gently up from the muddy ground beside the white roses.
Elena leaned against his strong arm, the physical pain of the slap fading beneath the warmth of his support.
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“Come with me, Elena. You’re leaving this place right now, and you’re never coming back,” Gabriel instructed.
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