The silence that followed was absolute as Vivienne laughed nervously and dismissed the idea. Mercer turned to her and explained my position as the controlling authority over their financial obligations.

Franklin slowly realized the truth and asked about the acquisition he had read about. I confirmed it and stated that I controlled everything through my firm.

Logan stared at me in disbelief and asked if I owned the bank. I corrected him by explaining that I owned the debt, which held the real power.

Mercer presented the documents and explained the violations that triggered immediate action. I took the pen and prepared to finalize everything.

Vivienne tried to stop me and grabbed my arm, but I pulled away and reminded her of what she had said earlier. I signed the document and handed it over to the officers.

“This vessel now belongs to the bank,” I stated clearly. “Remove them immediately.”

Franklin begged desperately while asking about his home, and I informed him that it would be next due to missed payments. Vivienne screamed as officers escorted them away.