Chapter 21: Proposal to Remember

In the wake of the exposé, the city was still reeling from the revelations surrounding Montgomery Industries. The seismic shockwaves had disrupted the worlds of business and politics, giving rise to a tidal wave of legal actions and investigations. The calls for justice had reached a fevered pitch, with the city's streets echoing the demands for accountability.

Carrie, Jamie, and Isabella remained unwavering in their mission, even as the threats against them escalated to a menacing crescendo. Carrie's inbox was inundated with ominous messages, and Isabella's life had become a never-ending dance of surveillance and intimidation. The city's once comforting lights now cast a shadow of danger over their lives.

They continued to convene in their secure, dimly lit meeting place, their determination resolute. Jamie's voice was an unshakable force as he addressed the group.