C149 Chapter 149

**Third person**

Karen took her seat and the room fell silent as the members prepared to vote.

A sleek, black box was passed around the table, each member depositing their vote. Karen's eyes narrowed as she cast her vote, her gaze never leaving Valerie's face. Matthew, seated beside Valerie, had on a smug smile.

As the box made its way around the table, the tension mounted. Finally