CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND NINETY – PARTY TIME

The room erupted in gasps and murmurs. Darius's smile faltered, confusion replacing his smug expression. Cassius continued, his voice steady and clear. "We have uncovered evidence of environmental violations at Trent's manufacturing plants. Financial reports that have been falsified to mislead investors. And perhaps most damning of all..." He nodded to Mara, who pressed a button on a remote. The large screen behind Cassius flickered to life, displaying the security footage they had discovered. "This video clearly shows Darius Trent bribing a high-ranking government official," Cassius announced, his voice cutting through the shocked silence of the room. The footage played, crystal clear on the large screen. There was no mistaking Darius's face as he handed over the envelope, shook hands with the official, and walked away with a self-satisfied smirk. Cameras flashed furiously as journalists scrambled to capture the moment. Darius, his face ashen, jumped to his feet. "This is prepos