Chapter 2 - Evelyn Tries To Conceal Her Growing Panic

The brilliant California sunlight suddenly felt ice-cold as Evelyn stared at the smartphone screen glowing in Richard’s hand.
Her ruby-red satin gown rustled softly against the marble tiles as she took a panicked step backward toward the pool.
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“Richard, you’re misinterpreting a simple misunderstanding blown completely out of proportion by a careless employee,” Evelyn stammered.
Her voice lost its high-society composure, cracking slightly as she tried to force a thin, unconvincing smile.
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