Chapter 5 - The Secret File
Arthur turned to face the hushed crowd of politicians, billionaires, and high-society icons standing in the ballroom.
"The wedding is cancelled," Arthur announced, his authoritative voice cutting through the lingering tension.
"Our family foundation will assume full financial responsibility for Clara’s medical care and recovery," he declared firmly.
Clara stood near the stage, wrapping a black cashmere shawl around her shoulders to hide her severe scars.
Arthur walked over to her, placing a gentle, protective hand on her back, avoiding the dark whip marks.
"You were very brave tonight, my dear," Arthur murmured softly into her ear.
"It’s not over, Arthur," Clara whispered back, her eyes fixed on the empty aisle where Victoria had been dragged.
"She didn't act alone," Clara added, pulling a small silver flash drive from her clutch purse.
"This contains the ledger showing who paid her to keep me locked in that estate," Clara revealed.
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Arthur’s eyes narrowed into dark, lethal slits as he took the encrypted drive from her cold fingers.
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