Chapter 10 - Julian Faces Criminal Indictments For Corporate Embezzlement
As the grandfather clock struck 2:00 AM, two federal agents in dark suits appeared at the nursery door alongside Sarah.
Julian looked up calmly, gently setting his sleeping son’s bowl on the nightstand before standing to face them.
“I assume you have a warrant for my arrest as well,” Julian said without a trace of hesitation or defiance.
“We do, Mr. Hartwell, regarding corporate fund misallocations tied to Constance’s personal offshore shell accounts,” the lead agent confirmed.
“Even though you were largely a figurehead, your signature approved the illicit transactions over the past decade.”
“I will sign whatever confessions and cooperate fully with the Department of Justice,” Julian replied, holding out his wrists.
Sarah stepped forward, placing a restraining hand on the agent’s arm before the handcuffs could click into place.
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“He is cooperating as a primary whistleblower under federal cooperation guidelines; no cuffs are necessary tonight,” Sarah instructed.
Julian thanked Sarah with a brief nod, kissing Caleb’s forehead one last time before heading downstairs to face music.
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