Martin glanced subtly at Charles and the others standing off to the side. At that moment, Maranda, who hadn't recognized Charles, suddenly realized who they were. While she didn't know him, the people behind him were all too familiar—managers from various departments of the Warehouse Mall, and... the CEO of the Red Moon Pack.
Maranda's face froze, her heart skipping a beat. The gravity of the situation hit her hard. It wasn't just the identity of the people in front of her; it was what she had done. If they had witnessed her extorting Regina, her career was as good as over.
She bit her lip, a silent prayer rising in her chest. But she knew, deep down, that her prayers were futile.
"Bruce, how do you suggest we handle this?" Martin's voice cut through the tension like a blade.
