All Chapters of The Sterling Accord : Chapter 11
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Chapter 11
Chapter 11: The Counterstrike BeginsThe city was quiet in the early hours, but Sterling Enterprises was anything but. Ethan Sterling sat in the command center, screens illuminating his face, displaying real-time analytics, communications logs, and security feeds. The anticipation of Victoria Langford’s next move weighed heavily on him, yet he felt the steadying presence of Clara Bennett beside him.“We’ve fortified all vulnerable points,” Clara said, her voice calm but resolute. “Every internal system, every external connection, every financial pathway—Victoria won’t catch us off guard again. The question now is how she’ll react.”Ethan’s jaw tightened. “She’s cunning. This isn’t just about corporate sabotage—it’s psychological warfare. She thrives on fear, manipulation, and uncertainty. Every move we make must counter her before she even imagines it.”Clara nodded, scrolling through the latest intelligence. “I’ve set up decoys and misdirections. Harper is under surveillance, and any
Chapter 12
Chapter 12: The Hidden ThreatThe morning air in Sterling Enterprises felt heavier than usual. Ethan Sterling stood in his office, gazing at the city skyline, but his mind was entirely focused on Victoria Langford. Her retreat had bought them time, but her parting words had been a warning—a hint that her influence extended far beyond what they had uncovered.Clara Bennett entered quietly, tablet in hand, her expression sharp and alert. “Ethan, I’ve been analyzing the communications from Victoria’s network. There’s an anomaly—a pattern that doesn’t fit her usual methods. Someone is orchestrating actions behind the scenes, using her as a front. She’s not acting alone.”Ethan’s brow furrowed. “A hidden ally? Someone powerful enough to manipulate Victoria without revealing themselves?”Clara nodded. “Exactly. They’ve been careful, covering their tracks. But there are traces—small indicators, subtle inconsistencies, and digital footprints that suggest coordination from a separate entity. W