Chapter 92 - the ultimatum
Tessa calmly opened the envelope in her executive office. Inside was a formal subpoena to testify before a senate committee, accompanied by an implicit ultimatum: hand over the management rights of the foundation immediately, or face fabricated evasion charges.
Gabriel stepped into the office, placing a thick dossier on the mahogany desk. Inheriting Salvatore's terrifyingly cold composure, Tessa's face was a mask of absolute, unyielding stone. She operated flawlessly and lethally.
"Vance has bribed half of the committee members," Gabriel reported, his deep voice containing a low rumble of cold indignation. "He has prepared a dirty media campaign to smear our family's honor before the hearing even takes place."
Tessa stood up, her dark eyes flashing with a razor-sharp glint. The queen of the Rossi empire had never backed down before any extortionist, no matter how immense a political power facade that person secretly hid behind.
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"We never negotiate with despicable corrupt men," Tessa declared firmly. "Turn over every single hidden corner of Vance's life. We will destroy him right here, right now."
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