3rd Pov: Flashback. Eight years ago, a gathering took place at the mansion of Clarence Alcaide, a renowned businessman and the wealthiest man in the country. Known as much for his philanthropy as for his riches, Clarence was celebrating his birthday, and many people came to wish him well. Among the attendees was Jestony, the friend and his eldest son- Harold. At 42, Harold was a successful businessman himself, while Jestony, at 38, was the son of the second richest man in the country. Their friendship was strong, strengthen by their shared interests in several partnered business ventures. This birthday celebration marked Jestony's first visit to Clarence's mansion, as the old man had previously hosted gatherings in bustling restaurants. However, having grown weary of the noise, Clar

