Chapter 5 - Uncovering Financial Fraud Tied To Vanessa’s Family Name
Vanessa staggered backward, collapsing onto the velvet sofa as the walls of her meticulously built lie caved in.
“My father made some risky investments during the market downturn last year; it was just a temporary fix,” she whispered hysterically.
“A temporary fix that involved laundering funds through my shipping accounts without my knowledge or consent,” Nathaniel fired back.
He looked at the woman he had intended to call his wife in forty-eight hours, feeling a profound wave of disgust.
He hadn't just been blind; he had been arrogant, choosing a socially flawless bride to cement his corporate dynasty.
“The wedding is cancelled, Vanessa, and my legal team will be filing an injunction against your father’s accounts tonight,” Nathaniel said.
Vanessa stood up slowly, her tear-streaked face twisting from desperate pleading into cold, venomous hatred.
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“You think you can humiliate me in front of New York society and walk away scot-free, Nathaniel?” she sneered.
“My family built half the infrastructure in this city; destroy us, and we will take your entire empire down with us.”
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