"We need to break the cycle," Nathan concluded, looking up from the letter. "But how? They've already rejected our proposal and are actively working against us."
Emma's expression hardened with resolve. "We go public. With all of it."
"You can't be serious," Jamie protested. "This would humiliate both families."
"It would humanize them," Emma countered. "Show that this isn't about some grand rivalry but about flawed people making mistakes across generations."
Nathan considered this. "And our merger proposal becomes not just a business decision but a healing of old wounds."
"Exactly," Emma agreed. "But we need to act now, before the board meeting."
Zoe raised her hand slightly. "I might have something that could help. Frederick's been recording his meetings with Harold. Insurance, he
