Chapter 19 - The Corrupt Board Offers A Massive Hush Money Settlement
Ten minutes into the broadcast, a frantic phone call buzzed on the podium’s secure intercom line.
Julian pressed the speaker button, hearing Arthur Sterling’s strained, desperate voice come through the audio system.
“Julian, name your price! Fifty million dollars, offshore accounts, full control of the academy—just stop talking!” Arthur begged.
The entire auditorium fell completely silent, listening to the billionaire’s panic broadcasted live to the world.
Julian looked back at Clara, who gave him a proud, knowing nod of absolute approval.
“My mother’s legacy was never for sale, Arthur, and neither is mine,” Julian replied firmly into the microphone.
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He disconnected the call with a sharp click, letting the silence hang heavily in the grand hall.
The federal marshals marched down the center aisle toward the backstage exit to execute the final warrants.
