Chapter 9
Every single board member raised their hand in unison, voting to strip Richard of his remaining corporate power.
Richard sank back into his chair, looking like a broken shell of a man under the bright fluorescent lights.
Two federal agents in crisp dark suits stepped through the boardroom doors, holding a set of steel handcuffs.
"Richard Vance, you are under arrest for federal wire fraud, embezzlement, and securities manipulation," the lead agent stated.
They pulled Richard up from his chair, securing his hands behind his back as the board watched in silence.
As they marched him toward the private elevator, Richard turned his head to look at Victoria one last time.
"You won't get away with this, Victoria!" Richard screamed, his voice echoing through the glass hallway.
"My contacts in Washington will tear your trust fund apart by tomorrow afternoon!"
Victoria did not even turn to look at him as the elevator doors slid shut with a smooth chime.
She turned her attention back to the remaining board members, her dark eyes sharp and commanding.
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"Gentlemen, open your laptops," Victoria instructed, placing her hands flat on the mahogany table.
"We have four hours to restructure this entire company before the Wall Street opening bell rang."
