Chapter 9 - Lauren Loses Her Composure In Front Of Royalty
Lauren tried to slip quietly toward the side exit leading out toward the modern kitchen and pantry doors.
David blocked her path instantly, moving with blinding speed to plant his tall frame squarely in the doorway.
“Where do you think you’re going, Ms. Pierce? The corporate audit hasn't even started yet,” David said coldly.
Lauren’s face drained of all color, her manicured fingers trembling as she clutched her black designer handbag.
“I have nothing to do with this! I’m just an outside consultant hired for the Southgate acquisition project!” she shrieked.
Marcus pulled a sleek leather folio from his inner coat pocket and tossed a thick stack of papers onto the table.
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“External consultant? Our forensic accountants pulled six weeks of encrypted hotel receipts and communication logs, Lauren.”
“You’re an accomplice to corporate embezzlement and securities fraud, not just a mistress.”
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