CHAPTER 166
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The quiet hum of the computer filled the room, a stark contrast to the tension that hung in the air.

James stood by Winter’s desk, watching her work. Her fingers flew over the keyboard, her brow furrowed in concentration.

The files from the skyscraper were far more intricate than they’d anticipated, but Winter had a knack for deciphering the most complex codes.

"Anything?" James asked, his voice low, laced with urgency.

Winter glanced up briefly, her eyes tired but determined.

"I’m getting there. There are plans here to destabilize Emily’s company even further—financial blackmail, insider trading schemes... It’s all designed to ruin her reputation and her business."

James clenched his jaw. "Zhao isn’t stopping until he’s destroyed everything we care about."

His voice was steely, the fire in his eyes rekindled.

“Emily’s already fighting back,” Winter murmured, turning her attention back to the screen.

“She’s been holding her own against the media, but it’s relentless. Zhao’s tactics ar
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