As Evelyn's influence began to wane, a new player entered the game.
He was known only as Lucien, a shadowy figure with a reputation for ruthless efficiency. Unlike Evelyn, who thrived on chaos, Lucien was a calculated strategist. He didn't just want to dismantle Benjamin's empire—he wanted to take it for himself.
The first sign of Lucien's presence came in the form of a cryptic message delivered to the mansion.
"You've fought shadows before, Benjamin. But can you survive when the light turns against you?"
The message sent chills down Clara's spine, but Benjamin remained resolute.
"Lucien is dangerous," Marcus warned. "He doesn't make threats lightly."
"I don't care who he is," Benjamin said, his voice cold. "If he thinks he can take what's mine, he's in for a rude awakening."
But Lucien wasn't just a threat to Benjamin—he had a personal vendetta against Clara. As the pieces of his plan fell into place, it became clear that their battle was far from over.