Chapter 34 A Tense Confrontation

“Chlo, I honestly don’t know. M–Mr. Murphy has someone, but I don’t know who she is.” Johnson’s confidence wavered as he spoke, “M–Matthew, ho…”

“You know he has another woman, yet you claim not to know who she is? Johnson…” I trailed off.

“Chlo, I swear I don’t know. He’s never brought her around. I’ve only seen her twice from behind,” Johnson’s confession left me conflicted. Either Matthew was highly cautious, or Johnson was lying.

However, there were more pressing matters on my mind. I suppressed my frustration, lowered my intensity, and changed the subject, “I need you to do something for me.”

As expected, Johnson seemed to relax. He sighed in relief and surrendered, “Sure! Chlo, just tell me what you need. I’m all in.”

“I want the concealed financial reports and the recent list of major clients,” I said firmly.

Johnson froze at my request. He was in disbelief. “Chlo…”

“Why? Is there no such thing?” I curiously questioned.

shown you all the annual reports.” Johnson’s

a tough spot. I wouldn’t lie to you. I’ve

is all for your

“Maybe it’s him you’re loyal to, not me.”

at a loss as I moved my fingers slightly. Suddenly,

of moans and profanities echoed throughout the room as I showed my

shocked when he saw the video. “Chlo,

I need to my office tomorrow. I want to see fund flows, summaries, details–anything

to hide or

you’ll bear the

my speech, then turned and

voice

weight lift from my chest for the first time in days.

“Don’t forget to look into

I’d forget? I’ve already started digging,

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