Chapter 11

A computer monitor on the side desk flickered to life, projecting a glowing corporate ledger detailing millions in questionable offshore transactions.
"One of these three subsidiary accounts has been systematically draining my personal venture fund for the past eighteen months," Julian explained smoothly.
"You want us to perform a forensic audit while you sit back and watch us tear each other apart?" Elena asked, her eyes narrowing suspiciously.
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"I want to see who possesses the predatory instinct to uncover the leak without getting emotionally compromised," Julian corrected with a lethal smirk.
Clara leaned back in her chair, a predatory smile touching her red lips as she reached for the laser pointer resting on the armrest.