The amounts increased over the same period that Pearl’s appointments became less frequent and her behavior reports grew more severe.

Desmond had approved broad household expenses through an automated process.

Vivian had supplied the descriptions.

The money had moved without anyone independent asking why a child’s home needed a security consultancy paid more than some medical practices.

“Could it be legitimate?” Desmond asked Gideon.

“It could,” Gideon said.

“But the invoices don’t identify the work.

We need to check the company’s ownership and the services delivered.”