Chapter 87

The once-grand Nike family house had seen better days. Its former glory was now overshadowed by the financial troubles that had befallen its residents.

Senior Nike, Romy, and Cindy were huddled in the dimly lit living room, their faces drawn with worry. The weight of their predicament pressed heavily upon them, each lost in their thoughts of how to reclaim their lost power and prestige.

It was then that the doorbell rang, echoing through the silent house.

“Who is there?” Juliana, irritated by the intrusion, answered the door.

And just as she opened the door, there stood Brian Henry, a man they had all but written off after a bitter past, and his involvement in Katherine's schemes had been exposed.

His reputation was tarnished, and his presence was far from welcome.

“Hello Juliana.” Brian said, smiling. “Can I come in?”

"What do you want, Brian?" Juliana snapped, her patience worn thin by the recent events.

Immediately she saw Brian, the voice from the recorder during the court case r