Chapter 81

Erica took a moment to breathe in the fresh air as she stepped outside the company building, her heart still pounding from the intensity of the confrontation. The weight of her grandfather’s downfall was still heavy on her shoulders, yet there was a sense of newfound freedom. For the first time, she felt as though she could finally make her own choices, unbound by his shadow.

Julian walked beside her, a quiet strength in his presence. His hand was warm in hers, a steady reminder of the support he had been through every twist and turn. Victor and Lila joined them a few moments later, their expressions a mix of relief and anticipation.

“We did it,” Lila said, her voice filled with awe. “After everything… he’s finally gone.”

Erica nodded, her gaze steady. “We did. But there’s still work to be done. The board may have seen the truth today, but the company has been tainted by years of corruption. We need to rebuild it from the ground up.”

Victor’s face softened as he looked at Erica. “I ne