Chapter 7 - The Cleansing FireThe aftermath of Victor’s arrest swept through the Nigerian corporate world like a tidal wave.
Okafor Development stock took an initial hit, but the swift, transparent action taken by Daniel and me—cooperating fully with federal investigators and restructuring the corporate governance board—restored investor confidence within forty-eight hours.
Vanessa’s family severed all social and financial ties with her, sending her packing back to her relatives in London to escape the social fallout.
And on a quiet Friday evening, two weeks after the boardroom showdown, Daniel and I stood together on the grand balcony of our Lekki home, watching the sunset paint the Atlantic ocean in brilliant hues of gold and violet.
Daniel wrapped his arms gently around my waist, pulling me back against his chest.
“You destroyed an empire to save another,” Daniel murmured softly, kissing my temple. “And you did it with more grace than my entire family combined.”
“I didn't destroy anything, Daniel,” I replied, leaning into his warmth. “I simply swept out the trash your mother couldn't reach before she passed.”
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Daniel chuckled, turning me around so I was facing him. He looked deep into my eyes, his expression softening into profound, unconditional love.
“My mother knew exactly what she was doing when she asked me to marry you,” Daniel said. “She didn't just save my company. She saved my soul.”
