Chapter 2
Within seconds of Sarah's announcement, the live-stream video being broadcast by a guest on TikTok began trending nationwide. Millions of viewers across America tuned in within minutes to watch the ultimate downfall of a notoriously arrogant socialite.
Victoria lunged forward, her manicured fingernails clawing the air as she tried to snatch the gold card back from Sarah's grasp. Sarah stepped back effortlessly, her movements calm, calculated, and devoid of any emotional panic or defensive posturing.
"If you touch me or any member of my staff again, local law enforcement will add assault to your pending charges," Sarah warned. Marcus grabbed Victoria's arm, pulling her back violently as his own face turned the color of ash under the lights.
"Victoria, stop! Everyone is watching us... the entire financial press is already retweeting the livestream," Marcus hissed in panic. The wedding planner, who had spent the entire week accepting bribes to overlook unpaid invoices, slipped out through the kitchens.
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There was no escape, no hidden loophole, and no wealthy relative coming to bail them out of this public execution. Sarah walked slowly toward the main microphone stand, her heels clicking rhythmically against the polished marble floor.
"All guests are kindly requested to collect their belongings and exit through the front portico immediately," Sarah instructed calmly. The magnificent orchestra instruments sat abandoned on the stage as the reality of the shutdown sank deep into the room.
