Chapter 16

Meredith turned to face the twenty powerful executives seated around the table. Every single eye was locked on her, completely captivated by her strategic dominance.
"Gentlemen, ladies," Meredith said, her voice ringing with absolute authority. "Do we vote on an injunction against a ghost backed by a bitter, bankrupt divorcee?"
The elderly board member who had spoken earlier cleared his throat, standing up slowly. "Mrs. Rowe... under these circumstances, the board recognizes no claim from Sterling Legacy LLC. Furthermore, any association with Mr. Ethan Rowe constitutes a direct conflict of interest and corporate sabotage."
He looked directly at Victoria. "Security will escort you out of the building now, Ms. Sterling. Attempt to enter Rowe Enterprises property again, and we will file federal conspiracy charges."
Victoria stepped back, her face contorted in rage. "You think this is over, Meredith?! You haven't won! This empire is built on blood, and it will burn to the ground!"
"Let it burn," Meredith replied calmly, not breaking eye contact as two massive security guards stepped up on either side of Victoria, grabbing her arms firmly. "I built it once. I can build it from ashes twice."
As Victoria was dragged kicking and screaming toward the private elevator, the boardroom doors slammed shut behind her, plunging the space back into a heavy, respectful silence.
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Graham let out a long breath, a rare grin touching his lips. "Remind me never to get on your bad side, Meredith."
"The day is still young, Graham," Meredith said, sitting down in her leather chair. "And we still have one more loose end to tie up."