Chapter 8 - The Showdown at the Grand BallroomSecurity rushed forward, but local news cameras pivoted toward us, broadcasting live across the state.
"Sebastian Vale forged the land acquisition documents for The Harbor Crown," Olivia announced, stepping up to the stage. "This is the original, court-certified trust left by my father, Arthur Hayes."
She broke the red wax seal, pulling out the gold-embossed deed and handing it directly to the state land commissioner sitting in the front row.
"The survey maps were altered," I added, plugging a drive into the presentation system, projecting the side-by-side comparison of the real tide lines against Sebastian's fraudulent permits onto the giant screens.
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Sebastian’s face drained of color as investors began shouting questions. The land commissioner stood up, reviewing the original seal.
"This deed is authentic," the commissioner declared. "Construction is halted immediately pending a federal fraud investigation."
