“The original agreement?” I repeated. My mother nodded, her fingers trembling against the table. “Your father discovered that Richard intended to use the merger to gain control of Hart Industries. He wanted to stop him before the agreement became permanent.” Richard laughed coldly. “That’s a convenient story, considering Thomas isn’t here to defend himself.” “Don’t speak about my father like that,” I snapped. “Elena,” my mother whispered, “please let me finish.” She took a shaky breath. “The night your father died, he told me he had found evidence that Richard was using your shares to secure control of the company. He planned to give the original documents to Damien because he believed Damien could help protect you.” Every eye turned toward Damien. “Did you receive anything from Thomas?” I asked. “No.” “Did he tell you where he kept the agreement?” “No, Elena. I never saw it.” Richard tapped his fingers against the table. “This is absurd. Thomas was under pressure, and
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