CALLAHAN HEIR ACCUSED OF MISUSING CORPORATE FUNDS TO PURCHASE LUXURY ESTATE FOR SECRET MISTRESS.

Beneath the headline was a blurry photograph of Russell handing Sadie’s small pink backpack to Rachel outside their office, alongside a copy of the deed bearing Rachel’s signature.

The article claimed that Russell was embezzling funds from Callahan Enterprises to pay for an illicit affair while his wife was at home caring for their newborn child.

“They are trying to destroy your reputation so the board removes you before you can search that carriage house,” I said, piecing the strategy together.

Rachel was openly weeping now, holding her face in her hands.