Chapter 4: The Empire Turned Against Her
By sunrise, the recording had reached the attorneys.
Then the board.
Then Isabella's family.
The Rossi family had spent decades building one of the country's largest luxury investment firms.
By noon, emergency meetings had begun.
Their lawyers spoke first.
"If this reaches trial, the company will become permanently associated with violence against a pregnant woman."
Several investors announced they were freezing negotiations.
Major charity organizations quietly removed the Rossi Foundation from upcoming events.
Sponsors canceled partnerships.
Luxury brands ended endorsement agreements.
Inside the boardroom, Isabella's father stared silently at the screen showing the security footage.
Every executive had already watched it.
No one defended her.
Finally, the chairman spoke.
"We're removing Isabella Rossi from every leadership position effective immediately."
Her father slowly closed his eyes.
Not because he doubted the decision.
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Because he knew there was no way to stop it.
Years spent building a reputation disappeared in a single night.
