Chapter 10 - Rachel Finally Explains the Escape
Rachel asked to speak with Daniel in the presence of police and
attorneys.
She admitted helping Michael steal.
At first, small amounts.
Then larger ones.
Caroline discovered it.
After Caroline died, Michael feared Daniel would eventually uncover the
records.
They needed time and money.
The wine provided cash.
But Lily’s trust was the real target.
Rachel’s plan was to take Lily abroad with Vanessa.
Then fabricated evidence would portray Daniel as financially abusive.
Vanessa, believing she was protecting her niece, would petition for
temporary control of Lily’s affairs.
Michael would continue directing the money through Rachel.
Vanessa stared at her.
“You used me.”
Rachel nodded.
Then Daniel asked the question that mattered most.
“Where were you taking Lily?”
Rachel looked down.
“Portugal.”
Daniel’s chest tightened.
A rental house had already been arranged under another name.
Flights were booked for the following morning.
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The van had come to collect the final crates.
And Lily.
