Chapter 8

As soon as the police took over the case, they had the whole situation figured out in less than half a day. They uncovered the accounts and evidence proving Beatrice had embezzled company funds. They even found the lingerie she had bought and photos of her wearing it with Cole. On top of that, they exposed how she had fabricated evidence and stirred up public outrage online. She had even leaked my personal information, adding to a long list of offenses. Watching everything fall apart, Beatrice threw herself into Cole's arms. "Coley, help me! I didn't know I wasn't allowed to use this money! "You told me all the company's money was yours! That's why I thought it was fine to spend it! "Coley, you have to help me! I didn't know any better!" But he was in no position to deal with her. Hearing her claim that all the company's money belonged to Cole had Alastair seething. At that moment, Cole shrank behind Alastair, moving cautiously and trying to read the room. Beatrice still had