The Billionaire's Mistake

MISTAKE 28

Chapter 28: Confrontation

"I don't think so. She has already been polding holes at the narrative all day, so I know she is trying to fix this, but the divorce was going to happen eventually," he said grimly. He did not know why he was not happy about this.

When they had finished reading, Daniel spoke up, his voice was cold and somber, mirroring the mood in the room. "It is time to announce the project. The most important thing is that we are not forced to." he said. He was not afraid of the room being bugged with listening devices, as he had brought in a specialist to sweep a few rooms before time.

His father and brothers nodded in agreement, their expressions grim as they processed the information. They knew the stakes were high, and they understood they were under attack at this moment. They could not allow outsiders to win. "What do you plan to do?"Mr Shaw asked his son

"Anya as a plan." Daniel continued, his voice becoming gentle as he spoke. "She had already talked to the agent involved, making her suspicious of the bank account. We suspect even the accountant has been taken in."

His father and brothers exchanged looks, "This is what you have been doing since this morning?"

"What?" he asked.

"I just thought you would be handling your failing marriage," Jason said.

"We have agreed to deal with it, after this is done," he cleared his throat and moved on.

"There is only one thing we have not done. It is a gamble. All you have to do is pretend nothing happened.

"Daniel, this is a bold move," he said, his tone measured.

"I know, But I believe it may be our only option. We cannot afford to let others control the narrative." Daniel nodded in agreement, his eyes flashing a sly glint. "We will be acting in a good movie soon."

The party continued to swirl around Anya as she conversed with Mary, the music and laughter providing a lively backdrop to their conversation. However, her attention was suddenly diverted as Lena approached her from a distance. She almost let out a smile when she saw her. She was finally here.

with you," Lena said, her voice

eye. "Of course, Lena. Let's

of the party, sounds of laughter fading into the background as they closed the door

the

in getting to the point. "Anya,

want to know, Lena? What's going on? Is it important?" Lena's expression darkened, her features twisting as she spoke, "Just answer the

cabin. Why

it? Why are you so interested in where things are kept

I need to tell you. I

mouth opening and closing like a fish out of water.

exclaimed, her voice rising in disbelief. "Anya, you

Did you actually think we would

asked offhandedly, "Do you perhaps happen

don't do anything reckless tonight!" Lena insisted. "I am doing this for your own good. You can trust me, Anya.

them a thousand times over. These were the w where she was

yours. Stay out

that got her to

do you understand me?!" Anya knew that Lena was not used to those. words not working, that is why she exploded. Telling her to do as she was told. This was probably how

wearing thin. "What is so important about tonight? Is it related to my mother's gift? You think I don't know

venom. "You're making a mistake, Anya. If you don't

Chauth

surge of anger boil up inside her, her frustration reaching its breaking point." Consequences? Like what, will you

realized that Anya knew something. When she saw the chill in

think you know, we will discuss it after tonight." Lena

want to do you, tonight maybe my