*Claire*

There was a visible flash of fear across the lawyer’s face for a brief moment, but it quickly changed to anger. The politician looked like he might vomit, and the investor didn’t look much better. They were speechless. Armando looked to Eric, surprised but thankful for his words. I placed my hand on top of his, as his arm was still protectively across my lap as he spoke to the three men across the table.

Misha cleared his throat once again behind us. I ...