Chapter 5 - Vance Reads the Eviction Notice
Vance reached into his leather folder and pulled out a stamped, blue-ribboned legal document bearing federal court seals.
“Furthermore, pursuant to corporate governance clause ninety-four, this residential estate is company-owned asset property,” Vance announced.
“You can’t evict us! My grandfather built this house with his own hands fifty years ago!” Diane screamed, jumping up.
“Your grandfather mortgaged this estate to Vanguard Corp three years ago to cover your family's speculative stock losses,” Vance corrected.
“Director Cassidy personally approved the bailout extension back then, keeping a roof over your ungrateful heads,” he added coldly.
Cassidy stood up slowly from her chair, ignoring the water dripping onto the floor as she smoothed down her damp dress.
“You called me a poor, pregnant burden who only survived out of your family’s charity, Diane,” Cassidy said evenly.
“Let’s see how charitable the streets of Boston feel when you don't even have a coat to keep you warm.”
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Jessica grabbed her designer handbag, her face twisted in absolute panic as she backed away toward the service doors.
“I have nothing to do with their company! I’m just a guest here!” Jessica yelled, trying to distance herself from the sinking ship.
