139Meanwhile, Darius, unaware of the whispers circulating around him, continued to mingle graciously. He shared his vision for the orphanage passionately, his eyes alight with hope for a brighter future for the children.Mr. Sanchez, observing the proceedings with pride, couldn't help but notice th
140Howard and Nathan exchanged a glance, considering Elsa Werner's proposition carefully. Despite their reservations about working with the Werners, they knew Elsa wielded influence that could tip the scales in their favor."How do we know we can trust you, Mrs. Werner?" Howard asked, his tone guar
141The private meeting continued as the conspirators plotted their next steps. Elsa Werner's plan was clear: they needed to act swiftly and decisively to undermine Darius's position. As the discussion unfolded, each member of the group took turns refining their strategy.Ray Werner leaned forward,
The evening continued with an air of anticipation as whispers of a debate began to spread through the gathering. Elsa Werner’s plan had taken root, and now the stage was set for the confrontation she had envisioned.In a corner of the grand room, Howard Cooper, Nathan Lucre, and the Werners huddled
143The debate soon descended into chaos. As Darius struggled to defend himself, the hostile questions grew increasingly personal and demeaning."You claim to help the less fortunate," sneered Ray Werner. "But what charity did you offer when you were down on your luck as a boy? I heard you used to s
144"Enough of these lies!" shouted Ray Werner. "Darius has fooled you all, but not us. We see him for the charlatan that he is.""I've heard enough from you," Dr. Martin retorted. "In fact, I banned your entire family from my hospital after your many attempts to bribe and manipulate my staff. It se
145Trevor "Tiger" Jackson's entrance sent a ripple of tension through the already charged atmosphere. His reputation preceded him—the ruthless leader of the city's underworld, known for his iron grip on illicit activities and a knack for appearing at the most opportune (or inopportune) moments.As
146The tension in the room was palpable as Trevor "Tiger" Jackson's presence loomed large over the heated debate. His reputation as a formidable figure in the city's underworld was not lost on the gathered elite, particularly the Werners, who exchanged uneasy glances amongst themselves. Ray Werner