Chapter 84

The following days felt like a precarious balancing act as Kiara, Mike, and David worked tirelessly to strengthen their defenses against Ruddy's relentless attacks. Each time they strategized, the stakes climbed higher, but there was an electric determination within the team. They would not let fear dictate their lives.

Despite the chaos surrounding them, Kiara couldn't shake the feeling of unease. They had fortified their public image through the press conference, but she knew Ruddy wouldn't rest until he found a way to tear them down. Every moment felt like a countdown, the tension palpable as they waited for his next move.

One afternoon, while Kiara was sorting through documents in her office, a knock on the door pulled her from her thoughts. "Come in!" she called, looking up as the door swung open.