The Battle for Control

The Buyout Threat

Andrew sat in his office, staring at the corporate acquisition report that confirmed the worst.

Lorenzo Vecchio had just purchased twenty percent of Remington Industries—a silent move, made through shell companies and offshore accounts. The man hadn’t fired a single bullet, but this was worse. This was a declaration of war in the language of power.

And Andrew was furious.

He clenched his jaw, scanning the breakdown of the purchase. The financial web Vecchio had spun was intricate, layered through multiple subsidiaries that led back to a single offshore fund in Milan. The intent was clear—Vecchio wasn’t just moving against him. He was trying to embed himself into the Remington empire.

Sophia sat across from him, her fingers gripping the edge of his desk. “This isn’t a business move. He’s testing you.”

Andrew exhaled sharply. “I know.”

Evelyn leaned forward, eyes cold. “And what are you going to do about it?”