Charles's POV
I cursed under my breath into the phone, and Joseph's laughter echoed through the speaker.
"Reconsider this move. If our adopted brother discovers you've been targeting his son, he'll run straight to Father with complaints." His amusement was obvious, like he'd found the most entertaining show.
"Nothing you say will protect that piece of garbage." Rage flickered in my eyes as I gazed out at the sprawling city below.
"So you want me to expose all the evidence of his embezzlement and misuse of company resources to have him removed from Ezekiel Corp? Think carefully, Charl. Our stock values will take a hit." His tone shifted to serious as he recognized my determination.
I should have acted sooner. My free hand slipped into my pants pocket while I studied the brilliant lights painting the world beneath my tower.
