Mark finally spoke.

“I knew Chloe had collected the money,” he said, “but I thought she was going to sort out the nurse later.”
Chloe stared at him as if he’d broken an agreement.

Julian raised a hand.

“Given the ongoing investigation, I suggest we end the discussion of disputed transactions here.”
Eleanor stood.

“You choose that wife over your own blood, and don’t expect us back.”
I looked at her for a long time.

“Maya and Liam are my blood too.