32. Richard Sterling’s Moment of Clarity
In his mansion’s solitude, Richard Sterling faced a revealing truth. The luxury he lived in seemed empty compared to the genuine virtues of the Martinez family and Anna. Memories from the Lumière event and the media uproar led him to a realization: true respect stems from integrity and empathy, not wealth.

Alone, Sterling had an epiphany: his quest for power and riches had alienated him from real, meaningful relationships and eroded his self-esteem. He now longed for a second chance to reconstruct not only his business but his soul as well.