“What?” Alexa placed her hands over her lips, trying to prevent making so much noise.

“Hanks's group goes down the drain, as the CEO, Hanks Sanders has been confirmed guilty of tax evasion and other heinous crimes,” Alexa read aloud, her eyes wide open in shock.

“Hmm,” Mary mumbled, hardly saying any other word.

“I regret ever bearing that man's last name. What a shame and disgrace?” Alexa queried.

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As soon as Hanks heard the latest announcement, pronouncing ...