CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED SIXTEEN - Unmasking the Puppeteer

As the tension in the room reached a fever pitch, a sudden knock at the door startled them both. Cassius moved to answer it, casting a worried glance at Mara as he did so. Opening the door, he found himself face to face with two stern-looking individuals in suits. "Mr. Keppler?" one of them asked, flashing a badge. "We're from the financial crimes unit. We need to speak with Ms. Mara immediately." Cassius felt his heart sink as he turned back to look at Mara, whose face had gone pale. The situation had just escalated beyond their worst fears, and neither of them was prepared for what was to come. Mara stepped forward, her chin held high despite the fear coursing through her. "I'm Mara," she said, her voice steady. "What can I do for you?" The investigators exchanged a glance before the one who had spoken said, "Ma'am, we have some questions regarding the financial discrepancies reported at The Keppler Heritage. We'd like you to come with us to answer a few questions." Mara nodded