Chapter 26 - THE TAPE REVEALED
The distinct, clear recording of Arthur Vance’s voice from 1995 instantly began playing over the kitchen Bluetooth speakers.
"Evelyn will be taken care of before the snow melts in Aspen... just make sure your wife keeps her mouth shut," the recording blasted.
Arthur Vance’s face turned from pale to ash gray, his hands shaking slightly as he looked at the small phone on the counter.
"Where... where did you get that?" Vance stammered out, his sophisticated lawyer persona evaporating instantly.
"My husband kept receipts, Arthur... he knew you were a snake who would eventually bite the hand that fed you," Margaret revealed.
Suddenly, the kitchen doors burst open as four armed FBI tactical agents swept into the mansion with weapons raised.
"FBI! Don't move! Put your hands on the counter, Mr. Vance!" Special Agent Miller commanded loudly.
Vance backed away toward the dining room, reaching into his charcoal coat pocket for a small concealed firearm.
David lunged across the island counter, tackling Vance to the hardwood floor before the attorney could pull his weapon.
The gun skidded across the floor, coming to a stop near Margaret’s feet as the federal agents moved in with handcuffs.
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"Arthur Vance, you are under arrest for conspiracy to commit murder, bank fraud, and extortion," Agent Miller announced.
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