章 132: Confrontation

Claire felt the weight of Mia's words settle heavily on her shoulders. She had come to this confrontation ready to end Mia's games, only to discover that the real enemy was still out there, watching and waiting. The revelation was daunting, but it also ignited a new fire within her—a determination to protect Joshua and unravel the web of deceit that had ensnared them both.

"We need to be smart about this," Adriana repeated, her voice calm and authoritative. "The first thing we do is follow the money. These documents are our lifeline. They'll lead us to the mastermind behind all this."

Mia, now subdued, leaned back against the sofa, her eyes clouded with a mix of regret and fear. "I've been part of this for too long," she admitted. "I didn't realize how deep it went until it was too late. But I can help. I know where the money comes from, and I know who's been calling the shots."