Chapter 7 - The Fallout
The arrest of Richard Vance sent shockwaves through the city's financial sector. Headlines screamed across every major news outlet, praising Julian Cross and his estate manager—now revealed as the brilliant strategist behind the corporate cleanup—for rooting out corruption from within.
Victoria Vance cornered Abby in the corporate lobby a week later, her family name in absolute ruins, her social standing evaporated.
“You destroyed us,” Victoria hissed, her voice trembling with hatred.
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“No, Victoria,” Abby replied calmly, standing tall in her tailored blazer. “Your father destroyed himself. Accountability isn't personal; it’s just the bill coming due.”
With the corporate threat neutralized and the foundation stronger than ever, the atmosphere around Julian and Abby shifted. The professional boundaries began to blur into something much deeper, built on mutual respect, shared battles, and a quiet, undeniable chemistry.
