Chapter 155: Shadows of Betrayal
Chapter 155: Shadows of Betrayal
(Olivia’s POV)
Emma Thompson successfully passed the interview at Moonstone Legal Partners and officially joined the firm as a salaried lawyer today. Her bright smile lit up the office as she signed her employment contract. “Thank you so much for this opportunity, Attorney Winters,” Emma said, her voice filled with genuine gratitude. “I promise I won’t let you down.”
I smiled warmly at the young beta werewolf. “I have complete faith in your abilities, Emma. Your dedication during your internship spoke volumes.”
Coincidentally, Jade Mitchell also resigned from Moonlaw Legal Services and came to my law firm today. I arranged for Jade to be Emma’s assistant, thinking their similar personalities would mesh well.
“Jade, meet Emma Thompson, our newest attorney,” I introduced them. “Emma, this is Jade Mitchell, who’ll be your assistant.”
The two young beta werewolve
immediately hit it off. Both were cheerful and outgoing, and I could already
see they would work well together.
“I’m so excited to work with you,” Jade said enthusiastically. “I’ve heard wonderful things about your legal
research skills.”
Emma blushed slightly. “Thank you. I’m looking forward to learning from everyone here.”
Following Adrian Sinclair’s advice from yesterday, I compiled the evidence and drafted the indictment for the Moonstone Industries case. The trademark infringement was clear–cut, and our client had a strong case.
As I prepared to leave work, my phone rang. Marcus Thompson’s name appeared on the screen.
“Attorney Winters, I have updates on the Ethan Grey and Vanessa Reed investigation,” Marcus said. “Can we
meet tonight?”
“Of course. Silverleaf Café at 6:30 PM?” I suggested.
“Perfect. I’ll see you there.”
Before I could leave, Adrian entered my office. His gold–rimmed glasses caught the afternoon light as he approached my desk.
“Olivia, I wanted to apologize again for my aunt Linda’s behavior yesterday,” he said, looking genuinely embarrassed. “Let me take you to dinner as an apology.”
I waved my hand dismissively. “Adrian, there’s really no need. Your aunt was charming, actually.”
Instead of dwelling on the topic, I handed him two thick case files. “I have something better for you – two new trademark infringement cases. They’re right in your area of expertise.”
Adrian’s eyes lit up as he examined the files. “So quickly there are new cases. As expected, Attorney Winters keeps her word. Following you, I won’t be drinking the northwest wind.”
I laughed at his expression. “Attorney Sinclair, is your pursuit just not drinking the northwest wind so low?”
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Adrian took the case files, smiling genuinely, “Thank you. These look like substantial comm
“The clients are willing to pay premium rates for quality representation, I explained, I thought yourd appreciate the challenge.”
After work, I arrived at Silverleaf Café and spotted Marcus at a corner table. The private investigator looked as professional as always, wearing a dark suit and maintaining His alert demeanor.
“Attorney Winters,” he greeted me, standing as I approached.
“Marcus, thank you for meeting on such short notice.”
He handed me a paper bag filled with photographs. “These are surveillance photos of Ethan Grey and Vanessa Reed together over the past week.”
As I examined the photos, my amber eyes narrowed. The images clearly showed Ethan and Vanessa in intimate conversation at various locations around Harbor City.
I curled my lips coldly. “As expected.”
“There’s more,” Marcus said, pulling out his phone. “I managed to record their conversation last night at a villa on the outskirts of the city.”
He sent the audio file to my phone. I put in my earphones and listened carefully.
Ethan’s voice came through clearly, filled with anger. “You want to use me to eliminate Olivia? You know that Frederick Warner threatened to kill her if I contacted the pack authorities, and you still told me to alert them!” My blood ran cold at the mention of Frederick Warner’s name.
Vanessa’s voice responded with chilling satisfaction. “So what? I wish Olivia Winters would die!”
“Vanessa!” Ethan roared. “You only said you wanted to break up Olivia and Connor, not that you intended to murder her!”
“That was before,” Vanessa’s voice turned vicious. “Now I just want her dead. Only if she dies will Connor finally notice me and see that I’m the one who truly loves him.”
“You’ve lost your mind!” Ethan declared.
Vanessa laughed maniacally. “What if? I just want her to die. Only if she dies will my brother have me in his
eyes.”
-Then Vanessa’s tone became threatening. “Don’t forget who’s backing me now. For Frederick, I’m far more
valuable than you could ever be.”
I frowned, surprised by Vanessa’s direct connection to Frederick Warner. This was more serious than I had anticipated.
“Thank you, Marcus,” I said, removing my earphones. “I will remit the money to your account as agreed.” Marcus nodded. “Be careful, Attorney Winters. These people are more dangerous than they appear.”
(Connor’s POV)
At the same time, at Shadow Den, Dominic Reeves entered my office with a grim expression. His usually composed demeanor showed signs of strain.
“Alpha Connor, I have the results of our investigation into Vanessa Reed,” he reported.
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I looked up from my paperwork. “What did you find?”
“She has close ties with Ethan Grey. Our surveillance confirms they’ve been meeting regularly for weeks, Dominic said. “Furthermore, Ethan reported Olivia’s k********g at Vanessa’s instigation.”
My jaw tightened. “Continue.”
“Ethan’s company recently received a substantial investment from an overseas firm. We traced it back – it’s linked to Frederick Warner.”
My expression turned icy upon hearing Frederick Warner’s name. The pieces were falling into place, and I realized my oversight.
“I should have seen this connection sooner,” I said, my voice cold with self–recrimination. “Ethan has become one of Frederick’s pawns.”
Dominic hesitated before pulling out his phone. “There’s more, Alpha Connor. We have a recording of Vanessa from last night.”
He handed me the device. “You should listen to this yourself.”
I frowned and opened the recording.
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