CHAPTER SIXTY FIVE – THE COMEBACK

Julian paced back and forth, running his hands through his hair. Charlotte watched him apprehensively, sensing the weight of the situation. "Julian, please. Sit down and talk to me," she pleaded, patting the couch beside her. He sighed deeply, then joined her, their thighs touching. "You know how much this company means to me, Charlotte. It's not just about the money or the power. It's my legacy, my birthright." Charlotte nodded. "I understand. But are you sure you want to go down this path? It could get...messy." A humorless chuckle escaped his lips. "Messy? That's an understatement. My own parents have turned their backs on me. All because I chose to stand by my wife." His jaw clenched. "Well, if they want to play dirty, I'll show them I can get down in the mud too." "What exactly did you have in mind?" Charlotte asked cautiously. Julian leaned forward, his elbows on his knees. "I've been doing some digging, making some calls. There are people within the company, high-level exe