CHAPTER SEVENTY FOUR - A Dangerous Game Begins

She snatched the papers from Dominic's hand, her eyes widening as she scanned the contents. "Lucas, do you realize what these 'minor changes' entail? He's suggesting we cut corners on food quality, overwork our staff, and squeeze our loyal suppliers dry!" Lucas looked stricken. "Dominic said it was just temporary, to boost our profits..." "And you believed him?" Ella's voice rose in frustration. "Lucas, this is exactly what I was afraid of. He's manipulating you, manipulating the business." Dominic stood, his charm giving way to a cold anger. "Now wait just a minute. Everything I've done has been for the good of this company. If you can't see that..." "Save it," Ella snapped. She turned to Lucas. "We need to end this. Now." Lucas looked between Ella and Dominic, conflict clear on his face. "I... I need some time to think." Ella couldn't believe what she was hearing. "Time to think? Lucas, he's destroying everything we've worked for!" But Lucas was already heading for the door. "