Ramirez raised his eyes.
“They’re trying to make you desperate enough to sign.”
“Esa es mi conclusión”.
Él asintió.
“Then let’s make sure their attempt gets documented properly.”
By 4:30 a.m., the officers had departed with the firearm and evidence. I’d given my official statement and saved recording copies.
I dressed in a cream pantsuit, prepared another bag, and got ready to leave.
At 5:15, Daniel appeared in the kitchen, unusually cheerful.
“Big day, sweetheart?”
“Very big.”
He poured coffee.
“Still planning to fight me over the company?”
I met his gaze.
“Are you worried?”
He laughed quietly.
“I’m worried you’ll embarrass yourself.”
Margaret llegó con perlas y mostrando una preocupación exagerada.
“Evelyn, darling, are you certain you packed everything?”
“Everything I need.”
She quickly exchanged looks with Daniel before smiling.
“I hope your trip is unforgettable.”
“Oh, Margaret,” I replied softly. “I’m certain it will be.”
