Chapter 13 - The Truth Comes OutDaniel was arrested.
But the investigation uncovered something even bigger.
He had bribed officials.
Manipulated investment firms.
Stolen from charitable foundations.
And ordered people to destroy evidence.
Claire's lawyers attempted to negotiate.
Prosecutors refused.
For the first time, Claire understood that Daniel had never intended to save her.
She had been disposable from the beginning.
During her first court appearance, Claire finally asked to speak with Elena.
Elena agreed.
They met in a quiet room beneath the courthouse.
Claire looked exhausted.
"I hated you."
Elena said nothing.
"I thought you took my place."
"I never wanted your place."
Claire's eyes filled with tears.
"Then why did I feel so small?"
Elena looked at her.
"Because you spent your entire life measuring yourself against everyone else."
Claire lowered her head.
For the first time, there was no arrogance.
Only regret.
"I'm sorry."
Elena didn't forgive her immediately.
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But she stood.
And walked away without hatred.
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