Chapter 10 - Confronting The Traitorous Politician At A Gala Event
While Dominic plotted in the brownstone, Senator Thomas Sterling stood at the podium of a high-society charity gala in midtown.
Sterling had been lifted from political obscurity entirely by Dominic’s campaign funding and backroom influence.
“Tonight, we mourn the tragic loss of a great New York titan, Dominic Moretti,” Sterling declared with fake solemnity to the crowd.
“His vision will live on through new leadership that understands the true needs of our great city,” the senator preached smoothly.
At the back of the grand ballroom, a lone figure in a dark tuxedo watched the speech from behind a champagne glass.
It wasn't Dominic, but one of his elite operatives recording every hypocritical word streaming live across local news networks.
Sterling stepped down from the stage, immediately surrounded by lobbyists and corporate donors eager to pledge allegiance to Anthony.
“The political safety net is secured, Senator. Anthony promises full backing for your gubernatorial run next year,” an aide whispered.
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Sterling smiled greedily, raising his glass in a silent toast to a man he believed was already cold in his grave.
He had no idea that the video feed of his betrayal was currently streaming directly onto Dominic’s tablet in Greenwich Village.
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