Elara Vasquez stepped into the hall with a cold gaze and an army behind her."I ask again, who gave any of you here the guts to cause chaos on my territory?" Her voice cracked as she scanned the room. The room froze.All eyes were on her.Reginald’s heart leapt in fear and joy. He needs to take control of the situation and use it to his advantage. He quickly straightened his suit, puffed out his chest, and smiled like a fool.“Elara Vasquez!” he exclaimed, his voice full of awe. “I didn’t expect you’d show up personally. This is truly an honor.”He bowed slightly and turned to the crowd, beaming.“You see? Didn’t I tell you? Elara and I go way back.”Gasps spread.Someone whispered, “Damn… I didn’t think Reginald really had those kinds of connections.”“I thought he was bluffing,” another muttered. “But this? This is next level.”Astrid’s family looked like they’d won the lottery.Vivian leaned toward Sage, grinning as she said loudly. “My daughter married a true man of power. Can