Chapter 8 - Victoria Steps Down From The Podium With Absolute Grace
Back inside the grand ballroom, the flashing camera bulbs painted the walls in erratic strokes of white light.
Victoria stepped out from behind the acrylic podium, smoothing the fabric of her emerald-green silk gown.
She walked down the carpeted stage steps without a trace of hesitation or emotional exhaustion.
The gathered crowd parted respectfully before her, watching the woman who had orchestrated the ultimate takedown.
She paused briefly beside Ethan, who stood in handcuffs with his head hanging low in absolute disgrace.
“You always underestimated what I was capable of, Ethan,” Victoria whispered softly into his ear.
“You destroyed everything we built,” Ethan muttered bitterly through gritted teeth.
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“No, Ethan... I just stopped pretending your destruction was mine,” Victoria replied before walking past him.
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