Chapter 10 - The Arrival of the Legacy
Behind Claire walked an elderly gentleman with sharp blue eyes, silver hair, and an undeniable aura of authority.
It was Harrison Vance—Claire’s grandfather's original business partner and one of the most powerful corporate judges in the state of Delaware.
The entire boardroom of partners immediately stood up out of respect, bowing their heads toward Harrison.
Adrian’s jaw dropped. "Judge Vance... what are you doing here?"
Harrison didn't even look at Adrian. He pulled out the high-backed chair at the head of the table and held it open for his granddaughter.
Claire sat down at the head of the table—in the exact seat Adrian had tried to claim seconds earlier.
"You're in my chair, Claire," Adrian spat, trying to maintain a posture of control in front of the board. "This is a corporate matter. Go home."
Claire looked at Adrian with calm, unblinking eyes. There was no sadness left in her face—only terrifying clarity.
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"This is a corporate matter, Adrian," Claire spoke, her voice clear and resonant. "Which is why you are about to be removed as Managing Director."
👉 What shocking evidence did Jonathan Vance project onto the large screen behind Claire?
