Chapter 8 - Julian Arrives At Board Meeting
Two days later, heavily guarded by federal marshals, Julian Blackwood was forced to attend an emergency board meeting at Blackwood Capital.
He still believed he could charm his way out of this administrative nightmare with a few persuasive executive speeches.
He pushed open the double doors of the boardroom, expecting to see his loyal vice presidents and supportive board directors.
Instead, the long mahogany table was occupied by federal prosecutors, forensic accountants, and Marcus Reed sitting at the head.
“You have no right to sit in that chair! That is my seat!” Julian shouted, struggling against the marshals holding his arms.
Marcus slowly turned his head, his piercing gaze locking onto Julian with an expression of supreme, unmitigated contempt.
“It was never your seat, Julian,” Marcus replied calmly, sliding a heavy legal portfolio across the polished wood.
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“Read page four of the foundational incorporation documents filed fifteen years ago by Hart Meridian Holdings.”
Julian’s eyes scanned the legal paragraphs, the color draining entirely from his face as the devastating truth hit him like a physical blow.
