Chapter 4 - The High-Society Lie
"Are you absolutely sure, Evelyn?" Arthur asked over the phone, his deep voice serious and fully prepared for war.
"I have never been more sure of anything in my entire life," Evelyn replied flawlessly. "Execute Plan B. Call the federal authorities. Freeze every single account in his name, and meet me at the property in twenty minutes."
She ended the call with a sharp click, sitting in the freezing car, watching the warm lights of the house she completely owned.
Inside the grand, beautifully decorated dining room, the atmosphere was a sickening display of toxic arrogance.
Brandon and Vanessa were hosting a lavish, high-society Christmas Eve dinner party for Vanessa’s incredibly wealthy, deeply judgmental parents. The table was covered in expensive crystal, catered food, and overflowing champagne glasses.
"The house is just stunning, Brandon," Vanessa’s snobby mother complimented, sipping her champagne. "Vanessa told us you bought it completely in cash with your new CEO bonus."
"We did," Brandon lied smoothly, smiling arrogantly at his wife. "It took a lot of hard work, but Vanessa deserves the absolute best. We wanted a massive estate to raise our daughter in, far away from any unnecessary drama."
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Vanessa beamed, kissing her husband's cheek. They were completely intoxicated by their own massive web of lies, genuinely believing they had completely stolen an empire.
👉 What innocent, heart-stopping interruption is about to ruin their perfect night?
