Chapter 289 - The Cost of Victory

Then came the breakthrough they'd been waiting for. Late one night, Deonna burst into Logan's study, a file in her hand and excitement in her eyes. "Logan, look at this," she said, spreading documents across his desk. "Remember that tip about Blackwood's market manipulation? I think we've got him." Logan's eyes widened as he scanned the papers. "Holy shit, Dee. This is it. This is the smoking gun." They worked through the night, carefully compiling the evidence. By morning, anonymous packages were on their way to both the media and federal investigators. The effect was immediate and devastating. As news broke of Victor Blackwood's alleged crimes, Global Dynamics' stock plummeted. Their takeover bid, already weakened, completely fell apart. In the wake of their victory, Logan and Deonna called a press conference. They stood side by side at the podium, the picture of unity and strength. "Ladies and gentlemen," Logan began, his voice steady and confident. "We stand before you today