time with her.
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But I needed to establish what had been happening during those unexplained rides.
I didn’t want to place myself in danger again.
So I worked with Richard and my attorney to create a plan for gathering further evidence safely.
We preserved the original recording, reviewed available transaction records, and arranged for relevant information to be examined by professionals.
Then Julian came home one evening with another announcement.
“I’ve got a late client dinner tomorrow.”
I looked up from my plate.
“Again?”
He nodded.
“Unfortunately. But Marcus can pick you up.”
My stomach tightened.
Julian smiled reassuringly.
“I don’t want you driving home exhausted.”
I looked at the man sitting across from me.
He had no idea I knew about Vanessa.
Or the emails.
Or the photographs.
I forced a calm expression.
“Actually, I’ll arrange my own ride tomorrow.”
