Chapter 19 - The Crimson Wax Seal Reveals An International Conspiracy

I handed the threatening note to Marcus, who examined the crimson wax seal with narrowed, professional eyes.
“This isn't local family drama anymore, Martha. That Zurich syndicate is an international white-collar mafia,” Marcus warned grimly.
“They were using Vanessa to infiltrate wealthy American estates and siphon trust funds into overseas accounts,” I realized aloud.
“Shall I contact Detective Ortiz and the FBI field office in Manhattan?” Marcus asked, resting his hand on his holster.
“Contact Special Agent Vance at the federal financial crimes division immediately,” I instructed with absolute calm.
“Tell her the Mercer estate is prepared to set a new trap, and this time we’re catching the international bosses.”
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Marcus nodded sharply, stepping out of the study to initiate secure satellite communications with federal authorities.
My retirement from the State Comptroller’s office hadn't ended my career; it had simply promoted me to commander-in-chief.