Chapter 15 - Mark Makes a Devastating Decision Regarding His Wife
The private elevator doors closed behind Victoria and the officers, leaving a heavy, profound silence in the penthouse.
Mark turned to Julian Sterling, who was calmly packing his legal documents back into his leather briefcase.
“Tell me your retainer covers divorce proceedings as well as criminal defense, Julian,” Mark requested coolly.
Julian looked up in surprise before offering a professional, understanding nod of agreement.
“Given the embezzlement files Claire just delivered, Mr. Vance, I’d be honored to represent you in family court,” Julian replied.
“File for an immediate annulment on grounds of fraud, asset misappropriation, and attempted physical harm,” Mark instructed.
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“Consider it done before midnight,” the attorney confirmed, shaking Mark’s hand firmly before heading for the elevator.
The ten-year marriage was legally and emotionally dead, terminated by its own architect’s violent arrogance.
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