Damon's voice crackled through the phone line, a mix of annoyance and exasperation evident in his tone. "Octavia, if you don't have anything substantial to say, I suggest we end this call. I won't be a part of your twisted games and harmful schemes, especially when it involves harming Andrea."

Octavia let out an incredulous scoff, her voice dripping with disdain. "Oh, Damon, spare me your pretense of innocence. Let's not forget how you rigged the elections, manipulated the masses, and were ...