SHADOWS CLOSING IN Ivy’s POV Victor leaned casually against the doorway, his dark eyes sparkling with success. His stance was easy, but his words cut through the air like a blade. "Griffin will lose everything," he said, his voice smooth and threatening. "The business, his image, everything he’s worked for are all gone. And the best part? He’ll have no idea what hit him." I stood frozen, my heart beating in my chest. His cool, almost pleased tone only made it worse. "You can either stand with me," Victor continued, his evil smile deepening, "or get crushed along with him. Your choice, Ivy." A shiver raced down my spine. Every urge told me to run, but I pushed myself to stay calm. "Why are you doing this? You’ve already done enough harm. Just walk away." Victor laughed, coming clo

