Claire had managed to follow the money trail, but the final destination remained a mystery.
She'd long suspected Lila's involvement, but Nathaniel's cryptic tone suggested he held the missing piece of the puzzle.
Without a word, Nathaniel extended his hand, a hint of smugness in his gesture. "Pleasure doing business."
This time, Emma didn't miss a beat. She clasped his hand briefly, her mind buzzing with questions. "Alright, spill the beans."
Nathaniel smirked. "Not feeling the sincerity here, Emma."
But he continued, unfazed, "It's not rocket science. If the mistress doesn't have it, who else but mommy and daddy dearest?"
"Hold on..." Emma’s brow furrowed.
She knew Claire had done her homework on Jake's parents; their names weren't on any property deeds.
Meanwhile, Jake had been t
