Chapter 9 - Richard’s Desperate Plea Falls On Completely Deaf Ears
A sharp knock echoed through the heavy oak doors of the executive penthouse suite before they swung open slowly.
Richard stepped inside, looking pale, disheveled, and utterly defeated as he approached the grand mahogany desk. ရှင်
“Amelia... can we please talk this over privately, just family to family?” Richard begged, holding his hands up defensively.
Amelia did not look up from the glowing financial ledgers on her computer screen.
“You ceased being family the moment you watched your wife assault me in my own lobby, Richard,” she said flatly.
“I was trapped! Vanessa threatened to divorce me and take custody of the kids if I didn't let her run things!” he lied.
“You were a willing partner in corporate embezzlement, Richard, and the federal auditors have your digital signature on file,” she replied.
Richard dropped into the leather guest chair, burying his face in his trembling hands as the reality crushed him.
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“Prison... Amelia, they’ll put me away for twenty years. Please show some mercy for our grandmother's sake,” he whimpered.
“Our grandmother built this resort on hard work and honesty, not theft and cruelty. Save your tears for the judge,” she ordered.
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