Chapter 11 - Evelyn’s Extortion Scheme Exposed Through Bank Records
Federal investigators continued pulling apart Evelyn’s digital footprint, uncovering a massive web of lies and extortion.
It turned out Evelyn hadn't just been having an affair with Marcus; she had been blackmailing him using forged corporate documents.
The bank records showed millions being funneled back and forth through complex shell companies registered in the Cayman Islands.
Richard reviewed the hard copies delivered to his study, feeling a deep wave of sickness at the depth of his wife’s betrayal.
“She wasn't just stealing from the company; she was building an escape fund to leave me behind,” Richard muttered to himself.
He poured a glass of aged scotch, staring out the floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the glowing Manhattan skyline.
His phone rang suddenly, displaying an unknown caller ID originating from a maximum-security holding facility downtown.
He hesitated for a moment before pressing accept, holding the receiver up to his ear with a guarded expression.
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“Richard? Please, you have to post my bail; these conditions in here are inhumane!” Evelyn’s desperate voice cried out.
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