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    Amid the rising tension, Dani raised her ss, her demeanor unshaken. Observing herposed features, Hamilton felt an inexplicable surge of unease. His eyes involuntarily darted towards theb just as a voice announced, “The results are ready.”


    Apanied by the mechanical chime of the printer, the eagerly awaited report glided out.


    As the final word echoed in the air, everyone’s gaze snapped to the paper in question, their eyes alight with anticipation of Dani’s imminent disgrace.


    Charles wore a smug grin, his voice dripping with condescension. “Dani, if you apologize now, I might still treat you with a shred of dignity. Otherwise, prepare for a spectacr downfall.”


    Unfazed, Dani folded her arms and retorted with icy calm, “Really? I’m rather eager to see that.”


    Charles clenched his jaw, frustration mounting. “We’ll see how long you can maintain this facade.”


    Kohen interjected, “Why even bother with pleasantries? Her arrogance is unbearable. Just reveal the results and let everyone see how clueless the former world’s richest person truly is.”


    Charles shot Dani a piercing look before whispering sharply, “You’re mistaken this time. Our equipment is wless—state of the art, unmatched worldwide.”


    Damon, frowning, pulled Charles aside. “Why are you siding with an outsider? Do you think she’s going to back you up? Come to your senses!”


    Duran rolled his eyes, exasperated. “Enough chatter! I’m eager to see Dani put in her ce.”


    Cedric’s brow furrowed, on the verge of retorting, but Dani’s subtle pull on his arm halted him. He turned to her, catching the slight shake of her head. His fists tightened in frustration, yet Dani whispered, “Hold on, let’s just watch how this unfolds.”


    Reluctantly, Cedric quelled his rising ire.


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    Meanwhile, Niks eagerly summoned the cluster of reporters nearby, his voice booming with excitement. “Gather around! Today, you’ll witness the unveiling of ourtest medical equipment, a creation solely nurtured by the McCoy family. It surpasses even our earlier innovations and is set to hit the market next week. Behold its debut and its unmatched precision!”


    With a proud smile, Niks extended his hand to grasp the paper. “This equipment represents the pinnacle of uracy worldwide. The McCoy family has poured extensive effort and resources into it, with the vision of setting a new…”


    He nced at the results briefly and looked up with a triumphant grin. “A new standard for the industry! To be…”


    His voice trailed off suddenly, the confidence in his expression faltering. It was as if time had ground to a halt for Niks.


    His mouth fell open, and a look of utter astonishment washed over his face. His thoughts evaporated into a void. Silence hung heavily for a drawn-out moment, pierced only by the low buzz of puzzled whispers rippling through the crowd. Gradually, Niks’ gaze dropped.


    The words on the paper in his grasp struck him like a thunderbolt. The test confirmed the unthinkable: the two were father and son.


    Every word Niks had prepared was smothered by the revtion. His hand shook uncontrobly, and his entire frame became rigid with tension. He stared in disbelief. That couldn’t be real!


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