Chapter Forty Seven: Betrayal

Declan, nervously glancing around, replied, “Protection and a share of the profits. You’ll have the upper hand in the business world. Our enemies will be yours.” As they negotiated the terms of their unholy pact, little did Edith and Declan know that their every word was being recorded. The ominous figure in the shadows reveled in the power this information would grant, a sinister smile playing on their lips. Meanwhile, back at the company, Drake found himself entangled in a web of false accusations. The fraudulent contracts and clandestine dealings were traced back to him, and as the accusations piled up, his desperation grew. Edith, with a devilish smirk, whispered into Declan's ear, "Drake will take the fall for everything. By the time Alexander returns, we’ll be in control, and he’ll be left with nothing.” As the shadows deepened, so did the drama. The business tycoon, satisfied with the deal, disappeared into the corporate realm, leaving Edith and Declan to revel in their newfou