The Rise of Caspian DiMarco - Misery to Mastery.

Chapter 41

Caspian sat at his desk, a deep furrow in his brow as he listened to Andreas, Rique, and Raquel discussing the delay of the Tomb of Gold plan with Duchess Dillion.

They all knew that the plan hinged on her cooperation, but something was holding her back.

Andreas, always the most outspoken of the group, leaned forward and asked, "Baron, is there something you're not telling us? Why hasn't your wife followed through with the plan? Is there some kind of obstacle we're not aware of?"

Caspian sighed, running a hand through his dark hair. "You have to understand, I didn't make the call on this one. The delay is due to two households and two rival gangs being involved. It's a delicate situation, and the Duchess is waiting for the right moment to make her move."

Rique shifted uncomfortably in his seat, glancing at Raquel who was frowning thoughtfully. "But what can we do to help, Baron? We're ready to take action, but we need to know what the hold-up is."

Caspian hesitated for a moment before