Chapter 6 - The Corporate Collapse
Within one hour of Adrian's dramatic arrest at the cathedral, news of his indictment dominated every major financial news network.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) executed an emergency freeze on all Blackwell Global accounts, locking down the firm's headquarters and seizing every server.
Blackwell Global’s board of directors held an emergency meeting on the cathedral steps, voting unanimously to terminate Adrian as CEO and appoint Victoria’s maritime trust to oversee the liquidation process.
Dozens of high-profile investors who had trusted Adrian with their life savings expressed immense gratitude to Victoria for uncovering the multi-million-dollar scam before their capital was completely lost.
Adrian’s mother, who had supported her son's arrogant behavior for years, tried to plead with Victoria outside the church doors.
"Victoria! Please! Think of our family's reputation!" she wept, grabbing Victoria's arm.
Victoria looked at her former mother-in-law with cool, unshakeable composure, pulling her hand away gently.
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"Your son built his reputation on violence and theft," Victoria replied softly. "Now he will answer to the law."
👉 Read Part 7 to see Adrian and Vanessa face the judge during trial.
