Chapter 9 - The Network
Marcus's investigation uncovered a vast web of corruption.
Isabella had been part of a nationwide operation involving embezzlement and extortion.
Her partners were executives, lawyers, and bankers.
They had been systematically robbing charities and laundering money for years.
Khloe was stunned.
"How did she keep it hidden for so long?"
"By making sure anyone who got too close was discredited," Marcus explained. "She ruined reputations. She destroyed careers. She even arranged accidents."
Khloe felt a chill.
"Is that what she tried to do to me?"
Marcus nodded.
"She wanted to push me away from you because you were getting too close to the truth."
Khloe looked at the investigation documents.
"Marcus, these people are dangerous."
Marcus took her hand.
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"I know. Which is why I'm not going after them alone."
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