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

suppressing the coldness in her eye. "Of course, Lena. Let's find somewhere private to talk," she

of the party, sounds of laughter fading into the background as

the

to the point. "Anya,

her eyes. "Why do you want to know, Lena? What's going on? Is it important?" Lena's expression darkened, her features twisting as she spoke, "Just answer the question, Anya. Where is the gift?" Anya sighed, dismissively,

cabin. Why

Why are you so interested in where things are kept

something I need to tell you. I thought I would wait till after the party but,

eyes widened in shock, her mouth opening and closing like a fish out

rising in disbelief. "Anya,

gaze, her own expression amused. "Why can't I be serious? You know how waiting we got together in the first place. Did you actually think we would last? Or, were you for us to break up at the

Anya asked offhandedly, "Do you perhaps happen to have

do anything reckless tonight!" Lena insisted. "I am doing this for

where

marriage, not yours.

that got her to

"How dare you, Anya! You will do as you're told, 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

about tonight? Is it related to my mother's gift? You think

voice dripping with venom. "You're making a mistake, Anya. If you

Chauth

frustration reaching its breaking point." Consequences? Like what, will you frame your own family for a crime?"

you're talking about," Lena finally realized that Anya knew something. When she saw the chill in Anya's eyes, she could not help but step

we will discuss it after tonight." Lena

"Besides, what I want to do you, tonight maybe my only chance," Anya threw a punch suddenly, her fist

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