Chapter 4: The Betrayal of the Board
As the dark ship pulled alongside, Evelyn’s own security detail stood down. They didn't point their weapons at the approaching men; they pointed them at her.
"Evelyn Thorne," the lead guard announced, his voice booming over the water. "You are under arrest for attempted murder and corporate embezzlement. The Board of Directors has voted to terminate your control, effective immediately."
"You can't do this!" Evelyn screamed, grabbing the railing. "I built this empire!"
"No," a voice called out from the dark ship.
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Clara stood on the deck of the approaching destroyer, perfectly dry, wearing a coat of professional, cold steel. Beside her, Leo was safe, wrapped in a warm blanket.
"You inherited an empire," Clara shouted across the water, her voice carrying an authority Evelyn had never possessed. "I built the future. And you just gave me the excuse I needed to burn your past to the ground."
