Alex stood before the wall of screens in the safehouse's command center, his reflection fragmented across a dozen displays as global markets continued their catastrophic descent. Two hours until his public statement. Two hours until the Rodriguez name fractured beyond repair.
"Seventeen board members exposed," James reported, entering with a tablet in hand. "The division lines are forming faster than anticipated."
"And the loyalties?" Alex questioned, billionaire perception cutting through tactical complexity.
"Unpredictable," James admitted, aristocratic calculation evident as he presented the analysis. "Eight have reached out to me directly, positioning for protection against regulatory consequences. Five have contacted Geneva through European banking connections. The remaining fou
