As Flora drove home from the tennis club, her mind raced with elation and the heady thrill of victory. She knew the war wasn't over yet, but she had won this battle. She had secured the votes she needed, regardless of the questionable methods she had employed. The memories of Joseph Reeves' face, a mixture of shock and resignation as he realized he was cornered, lingered vividly in her mind. She felt a twinge of guilt but quickly squashed it, reminding herself of the stakes and the alternative result of she had not strong-armed Joseph into changing his stance: Henry would have a greater chance of keeping Sungate Manufacturing.As she pulled into the driveway of her home, she noticed the familiar, comforting sight of her maid, Esther, waiting at the door. Esther stepped forward, relieving Flora of her bag with a warm smile.“Welcome home, Ms. Flora,” Esther said, her voice soothing. “Catarina is preparing a late lunch for you.”“Thank you, Esther,” Flora replied, feeling
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