Just calmly.
The way people handle facts when they know facts are enough.
“Article Twelve, Section Four,” she read.
“‘In the event that a controlling shareholder of Vale Capital engages in a sustained extramarital relationship during the marriage, and such relationship is proven by documentary evidence, the protections and limitations of this agreement shall be suspended pending enforcement of the family succession provisions.’”
The room froze.
The attorney beside Richard suddenly looked uncomfortable.
Miriam continued.
“‘Any resulting child of the marriage shall become the designated beneficiary of the shareholder’s voting trust under terms established in Schedule C.’”
Judge Halpern raised an eyebrow.
“Schedule C?”
“Attached, Your Honor.”
The judge flipped through several pages.
Then several more.
The silence became almost painful.
Richard no longer looked amused.
His mistress no longer looked amused either.
