"Where is Marcus?" Zayn asked, not taking his eyes off the display.
Scarlett’s head snapped up. "Marcus? My assistant? He’s... he’s coordinating with legal. Why?"
"Because he’s your ghost," Zayn said, turning to face her, his eyes cold and unwavering. "He’s the one who gave Vanessa the code to your tablet. He’s the one who’s been siphoning off your data for months. This isn't an attack. It's a harvest."
A ripple of shock went through the IT staff. David looked appalled. "That’s impossible! Marcus has been with Hayes for ten years! He’s completely loyal!"
Scarlett’s face was a mask of disbelief and pain. "Zayn... you can't just accuse someone without proof. Marcus is like family."
"Family betrays the quickest, Scarlett," Zayn countered, the phantom bullet wound throbbing. I know that b
