Chapter 8 - The Groom Exposes The Fraudulent Corporate Background Check
Alexander stood up, walking slowly around the desk until he stood inches away from Victoria. "When we met at the Manhattan charity gala two years ago, I thought you were genuine," Alexander said.
"I am genuine! I love you!" Victoria cried out, attempting to grasp his lapel. Alexander brushed her hands away as if touching something unclean and toxic.
"Your background check was entirely fabricated by a disgraced investigator in Chicago," Alexander continued. He pulled out a second folder containing true arrest records and bankruptcy filings from Illinois.
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"Your family didn't lose their fortune in the market; they fled after a massive federal Ponzi scheme," he added. Victoria trembled, realizing her entire identity in New York high society was built on sand.
"Please, Alexander... we can fix this quietly," she pleaded, tears finally spilling down her cheeks. "The only thing getting fixed is your cell block assignment," Alexander replied without emotion.
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