“Russell, tell me the truth right now,” I said, looking straight at my husband.

“Did Leonard know that Rachel worked for you?”

Russell looked down at the Persian rug before answering.

“He knew she was my primary assistant, yes.”

“And how did you find out about this distressed mansion in Wayzata in the first place?” I asked.

“A private commercial broker named Thomas Vance brought the listing directly to my desk,” Russell explained.

Douglas let out a sharp scoff from beside the fire.

“Thomas Vance was Leonard’s personal real estate agent for over a decade, Russell.