I looked toward the window.
“And what if I can’t save him?”
“Then you love him without becoming responsible for saving him from every consequence.”
It sounded simple.
It wasn’t.
Chapter Twelve: The Last Secret Thomas Kept
By early summer, the dispute over the access rights had turned decisively against Vale Development Group.
The legal challenge to the purported agreement exposed serious inconsistencies.
The disputed document could not be authenticated as Thomas’s genuine approval.
Other records contradicted claims made about the project’s readiness.
The company’s lenders suspended further funding while they assessed their exposure.
Richard resigned from his leadership position.
Further proceedings concerning the disputed financial representations continued.
Jared’s role also came under investigation.
The authorities did not resolve everything overnight.
There were interviews, document requests, and lawyers on all sides.
But the days when Richard could appear at my gate and frighten me into surrender were over.
