Chapter 7 - The Hostile Takeover
"No! That's impossible!" Marcus wailed pathetically, his entire multi-million-dollar political legacy completely collapsing into dust in a matter of seconds. "That account was heavily encrypted!"
"I have the best forensic accountants in the world," Vincent replied coldly. "I knew exactly what kind of monster you were before I ever asked Clare out on a date. I spent the last month quietly, meticulously buying up every single piece of toxic debt you possess."
Clare covered her mouth in absolute shock. The billionaire hadn't just been planning a romantic dinner; he had been actively, ruthlessly building an impenetrable fortress to protect her before they even met.
"I'll give you everything!" Marcus sobbed hysterically through the phone, completely humiliated. "Please, Vincent! I'll resign tomorrow! Just don't give the ledgers to the feds! I'll go to federal prison!"
"You're not going to prison, Marcus," Vincent whispered smoothly, his eyes flashing with lethal danger. "You're going to sign full, uncontested, absolute primary custody of Lily over to Clare immediately. You are going to permanently surrender all of your assets to her as restitution."
"I can't do that!" Marcus shrieked. "I'll be bankrupt! I'll have absolutely nothing!"
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"If you don't," Vincent promised, entirely devoid of mercy, "I will hand the ledgers to the federal authorities, and I will personally ensure you spend the rest of your life in a maximum-security cell."
👉 The wail of approaching sirens cut through the rainy night, forcing the corrupt politician to make his final choice.
