remember that payment authorization you signed using my name?”
Silence followed.
“My attorney has the original. So do the investigators.”
“You wouldn’t dare.”
“I already did.”
Another voice suddenly interrupted.
It was Martin Caldwell, chairman of the foundation’s independent board.
“Evelyn, we need to discuss the missing charitable funds. Immediately.”
Mother gasped.
“Not here! Not in front of everyone!”
But the guests were already looking on.
Olivia called shortly afterward and described chaos in the Grand Sterling lobby.
Women wearing evening gowns stood beside untouched champagne. Furious donors demanded answers.
