Samuel stared at the photograph.
He called Miriam Chen.
She immediately recognized the facility.
It had once conducted experimental research involving long-term exposure to toxic compounds.
Miriam explained that Dr. Cole had worked there as a consultant.
Evelyn had also been involved through a private investment company.
The investigation was no longer limited to two marriages.
It appeared to involve a much larger financial scheme.
***
That afternoon, I received a message from Samuel.
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He had found the original company records.
They proved that David and Evelyn had been systematically transferring ownership of patented architectural technologies.
The total value was enormous.
But the most disturbing detail was the date.
The first unauthorized transfer had occurred only three months after my wedding.
David had been stealing from me almost from the beginning.
Then Samuel called.
“There’s a problem.”
I focused on the screen.
WHAT?
“Dr. Cole has agreed to cooperate.”
I waited.
