The early morning sun filtered through the tall glass windows of Martin Group’s headquarters, casting golden light over the polished floors. The company had regained some of its stability thanks to Jacob’s quiet sacrifices, but beneath the surface, tension was beginning to build. David’s reckless spending had drawn attention from the board and investors, and Jacob knew it was only a matter of time before his brother tried to interfere again.
That morning, Jacob stood before the company’s senior staff in the boardroom. The mood was tense — the air thick with caution. Everyone respected Jacob, but they also feared David’s anger.
Jacob stood tall, his voice calm but commanding. “Listen carefully, everyone,” he began, looking around the room. “From today onward, no one — and I mean no one —
