Chapter 5 - BETRAYAL IN THE BOARDROOM
While Julian stood in the sterile hallway, a television in the waiting room flashed breaking news: VANCE ENTERPRISES CEO OUSTED IN EMERGENCY BOARD MEETING. Marcus Thorne’s smug face filled the screen. Julian’s corporate credit cards were instantly deactivated. His accounts, frozen pending investigation.
Emily walked up beside him, slipping her small hand into his. She looked at the TV, then at Julian. "Are you in trouble too?" she whispered.
May you like
Julian looked down at her. For thirty-five years, he had lived for power, money, and status. In a matter of minutes, he had lost it all. Yet, feeling the warmth of the worn teddy bear in his pocket, he felt strangely liberated.
"No, Emily," Julian said softly, a dangerous, predatory smile touching his lips. "They are."
