ROWLAND (From Ruin to Rule)

Chapter 22: The Shattered Schemes

The hum of conversation filled the grand company hall. A room full of executives, workers, and investors awaited Rowland's presentation on the in processed jewelry design that had generated so much interest.

To convey the opulence of the occasion, the entire hall was tastefully decorated with shimmering chandeliers, golden drapes, and exquisite centerpieces. Everyone understood that the outcome of the night could either make or break Rowland's future.

Amaya stood close to the door, glancing with a cold stare at the throng. She saw Khalid, who was seated at the far end of the room, being whispered to by Mr. Fence's secretary, Fatima.

Although Clinton appeared unusually composed as he stood next to her, she could sense a hint of anxiety in the way his fingers tapped his leg. With his plan in place, Rowland's demise would not be far off.

Amaya returned her focus to the seating section. Rowland had just arrived, looking dapper in a fitted suit and projecting confidence from his demeanor.