Chapter 7 - Richard Tries To Cover Up His Corporate Crimes
Desperate to salvage his reputation, Richard forced an awkward, trembling smile onto his pale face.
“Ladies and gentlemen, please disregard this minor domestic misunderstanding; the gala continues,” Richard announced loudly.
His voice cracked slightly under the intense pressure, echoing awkwardly across the opulent ballroom acoustics.
Nobody bought his fake composure; the wealthy guests kept staring with cold, judgmental amusement.
“You can't talk your way out of a federal penitentiary with a smile, Richard,” Sarah reminded him in a deadly whisper.
Jessica grabbed Richard’s arm, her emerald green gown rustling as she glared hatefully at Sarah.
“Are you going to let this hysterical woman ruin our entire social standing over nothing?” Jessica hissed.
“Shut up, Jessica! You have no idea what you’ve just dragged us into!” Richard snapped back furiously.
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The sudden outburst stunned Jessica into silence, her mouth opening and closing like a fish out of water.
The veneer of their untouchable upper-class alliance had completely shattered into dust.
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