CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY THREE - THE EDGE OF BETRAYAL

"Your Honor, ladies and gentlemen of the jury," she began, her voice clear and strong. "Over the course of this trial, we've heard a lot about grief, about leadership, about the future of De Laurentis Enterprises. But what we haven't heard enough about is the truth." She went on to systematically dismantle Dante's arguments, pointing out the inconsistencies in witness testimonies and highlighting Alessandro's track record of successful leadership, even in the face of personal tragedy. "The truth is," she concluded, "that Alessandro De Laurentis has demonstrated remarkable strength and resilience in the face of unimaginable loss. He has continued to lead this company with vision and integrity, even as others have sought to undermine him for their own gain. De Laurentis Enterprises doesn't need new leadership. It needs to rally behind the man who has guided it through its darkest hours and stands ready to lead it into a bright future." As the jury filed out to begin their deliberation