Chapter 7 - Mark Steps Forward With A Startling Confession

Mark rubbed his bruised shoulder, coughing awkwardly as he realized he was completely abandoned by his wealthy associates.
“I didn't want any part of Thomas's disappearance! Evelyn threatened to destroy my corporate standing if I didn't comply!” Mark yelled.
Julian glared at Mark with sheer fury, recognizing that his longtime business partner was about to sink the entire ship.
“Shut your mouth, Mark, before you drag us both down into federal prison!” Julian hissed through clenched teeth.
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Clara ignored their frantic bickering, pulling out her encrypted smartphone to transmit the folder contents to federal authorities.
“Too late, Julian; the transfer is already complete, and the marshals are less than five minutes away,” Clara announced.
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