Chapter 178

Patrick Banks POV

As I entered the company’s building, I felt a wave of relief wash over me. Not only did I save my company, but I also didn’t have any business with the mafia anymore.

And all the investors who pulled out their money came crawling back. Some were bold enough to call me directly, their voices dripping with apologies and excuses.

Others sent representatives with carefully drafted letters, pretending that they had been misled and had no choice but to do what they did.

I didn’t even care for an explanation.

I just wanted the investors back.

The news about the investigation was sort of a blessing in disguise. After everything was resolved, I even had a public apology from the FBI.

They admitted to overstepping boundaries and chasing false leads fed by people who wanted to see me fail. The apology didn’t completely erase the damage, but it gave me something more valuable.

Credibility.

The narrative shifted and many peo