The entire boardroom fell completely silent. The bright gold edge of the wax seal caught the light, showing the iconic double V emblem of Vance Global.

Chloe’s ugly laugh froze in her throat. She stared at the red seal with wide, terrified eyes. Her face turned pale like a bedsheet.

The squad leader pulled out a pair of silver reading glasses, resting them on his nose. His voice was loud, sharp, and full of legal power as he looked around the room.

"My name is Marcus Vance," the lead lawyer announced calmly. "I am the chief legal officer for Vance Global. These five gentlemen behind me are the top corporate...