CHAPTER 76: STRATEGIC MOVES

DAMIAN While I was talking to Ray, I felt Julie's piercing, probing gaze on me. Although I'd been cautious about keeping my discussions about my intentions to take back the family business private, I felt uncomfortable in her presence. I couldn't help but be intrigued by her, and I knew I needed to exercise caution in her presence. It was obvious that she had evolved from being a passive observer to a possible threat that I would need to control. After our brief exchange, I made my way to the study, where I pulled out my journal. It was old and well-worn, filled with notes and strategies I had been developing over the years. I flipped through the pages, focusing on the names of the company's shareholders. These were individuals who had been close to my father before his death, and their influence had shifted the control of the company into Gregory's hands. The sound of the bathroom door opening caught my attention. I glanced up to see Julie walking past. I had to be careful not to r