Chapter 35
Author: Tim laurel
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The sun rose on a fresh day, spreading a golden light over the metropolis. Brian, despite the exhaustion from the previous night's conflict, woke up with a renewed clarity. He felt a feeling of purpose, a strategy building in his thoughts to traverse the hazardous seas of familial expectations and his unshakeable dedication to justice.

Turning to Julie, he softly cradled her face in his palms, his eyes showing a resolve that hadn't faltered. "Julie," he replied, his voice firm, "I think I might have a solution."

Julie gazed at him, her eyes seeking his for answers. "What is it, Brian?"

"I want you to talk to your grandmother," he started, his words cautious. "Ask her whether it would be appropriate for Miss Anderson, the second in charge at Elysian, to attend the dinner instead of the owner. Miss Anderson is well-respected, and she wields tremendous power inside the organisation. I feel her presence would fulfil your grandmother's wish without endangering the revelation of Elysian's c
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