Chapter 12 - Nora Reveals What She Knew About The Conspirators
Back at the Aspen estate, Nora walked down the grand staircase after tucking little Lily safely into her bed for the night.
She found Leo sitting alone in the study, staring blankly at the open lockbox resting on the mahogany desk.
“She’s finally asleep, Leo, though she kept asking if the bad lady was going to come back tonight,” Nora reported softly.
“She’s never coming back near my daughter again, Nora; I promise you that,” Leo answered with absolute finality.
Nora hesitated for a moment, shifting uncomfortably before pulling a crumpled handwritten note from her apron pocket.
“I found this tucked behind the kitchen spice rack yesterday while cleaning up after Victoria’s phone call,” Nora admitted nervously.
Leo took the paper from her hand, scanning the hastily scrawled handwriting penned by his treacherous wife.
“Transfer the remaining funds before Leo discovers the missing deeds in the cellar vault,” the note instructed clearly.
“Why didn't you show me this sooner, Nora?” Leo asked gently, not a hint of anger in his tired voice.
“I was afraid, Leo... Victoria threatened to fire me and ruin my family if I ever poked around her business,” Nora confessed tearfully.
May you like
Leo placed a reassuring hand on her shoulder, thanking her for having the courage to finally bring the truth to light.
***
Related Stories
