CHAPTER FIFTY FIVE – A FAKE PROPOSITION

Miguel paced in his office, his mind racing. The recent fire incident had left the company vulnerable, and his business partners were breathing down his neck. He needed to act fast to stabilize his public image and reassure stakeholders. As he stared out the window, his eyes fell on Karina's desk. An idea began to form. Meanwhile, Karina was having her own crisis. Her phone buzzed incessantly with messages from her mother. "Karina, darling, when are you going to settle down?" her mother's voice crackled through the speaker. "Your cousin Ava just got engaged. You're not getting any younger, you know." Karina sighed, pinching the bridge of her nose. "Mom, we've been over this. I'm focused on my career right now." "But sweetheart, a career can't keep you warm at night," her mother persisted. "I've got to go, Mom. I have a meeting," Karina lied, ending the call. She slumped in her chair, exhausted from the constant pressure. Just then, her intercom buzzed. "Ms. Zaslav, Mr. Eladio w