The Signature That Moved an Empire
Chapter 04 - The Signature That Moved an Empire
Naomi Bell connected the flash drive to an isolated evidence computer.
The original transfer agreement carried Elise Rowan’s signature.
The metadata showed the file was created six months after the date printed on the page.
A second file contained a recording.
Beatrice’s younger voice filled the library.
“Victor, her hand is too weak.”
Victor answered, “Then copy the signature from the patent release.”
“What if Charles compares it?”
“He cannot compare what no longer exists.”
The conversation continued.
They discussed moving Rowan capital into Vale subsidiaries, changing ownership records, and blaming the missing books on an electrical fire.
Damian listened from the doorway.
His face went pale.
“My father would never do that.”
Charles looked at him.
“Your father did valuable work. He also signed false records.”
Damian turned toward Beatrice.
“You told me the Rowans tried to steal the company after Dad built it.”
Beatrice remained seated at the dining table.
“Your father saved that company when Elise became incapable.”
Naomi replied, “Incapacity does not transfer ownership automatically.”
Beatrice looked at Clara.
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“This is why the apartment had to remain inside the family.”
Clara answered, “It was always inside the family. Just not the family you claimed.”
