PART 3 — THE CONSEQUENCES
The room changed. Not emotionally. Legally.
“What exactly are you doing?” Richard asked. “Nothing complicated,” I said. “I’m exercising ownership.” I gestured around. “This house belongs to the company.”
Sophia stepped back. “Wait… she owns the house?” “Technically,” I said, “yes.”
Daniel grabbed my arm. “Emily, we can fix this.” I removed his hand calmly. “I thought you said I should leave.” “I didn’t mean it—” “You introduced your mistress and replaced me.”
Sophia snapped, “Maybe if you were a better wife—” Daniel cut her off. “Stop.”
I smiled faintly. “No, let her speak.” Then I stood. “And now you’re free to live that exciting life.”
Daniel looked hopeful. Until I continued. “Just not in my company.”