READ NOVEL ONLINE Chapter 14: Secrets Unveiled
Chapter 14: Secrets Unveiled
The partnership between Evelyn and Amara was uneasy but effective. With their combined resources, they began to unearth Lucas Rayner's secrets—layers upon layers of carefully hidden truths that painted a picture of a man far more dangerous than they had imagined.
Evelyn's Persistence
In her private office, Evelyn poured over the latest report from her investigative team. The details were damning: Lucas had orchestrated the hostile takeover of a family-owned business, leaving its owners bankrupt. He had also been involved in a legal battle that was quietly settled under questionable terms.
Evelyn couldn't suppress a grim smile as she read through the documents. "He's been playing this game for a long time," she murmured.
Her chief investigator, a no-nonsense woman named Clara, leaned against the desk. "Lucas doesn't leave loose ends. Everything he's done has been meticulously covered up."
"But not well enough," Evelyn replied, her voice laced with determination. "We'll expose him."
She tapped her pen against the desk, thinking about her next move. It wasn't just about taking Lucas down anymore. It was about proving that no one, not even Lucas Rayner, was untouchable.
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Amara's Personal Stakes
Meanwhile, Amara was dealing with her own discoveries. Her investigator, Victor Steele, had provided her with documents that linked Lucas to a series of shell companies. These companies had been used to funnel money into offshore accounts, suggesting a trail of financial misconduct.
As she sat in her study, reviewing the evidence, Amara felt a pang of doubt. She had always prided herself on her integrity, but her growing feelings for Lucas complicated everything.
"Am I any better than him if I go through with this?" she wondered aloud.
Her assistant, Rebecca, who had been quietly organizing files, looked up. "You're doing the right thing, Ms. Winston. Lucas has to be held accountable."
Amara nodded, but the doubt lingered. She couldn't ignore the fact that part of her wanted to protect Lucas, even as she prepared to destroy him.
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Lucas's Realization
Lucas wasn't oblivious to the storm brewing around him. He had noticed the subtle shifts in Evelyn's behavior, the pointed questions from Amara, and the increased scrutiny from the media.
Late one night, he sat in his penthouse, staring at the skyline. His right-hand man, Richard, stood nearby, waiting for instructions.
"They're closing in, aren't they?" Lucas said, his voice unusually quiet.
Richard hesitated before replying. "Evelyn and Amara are formidable on their own. Together, they're a force to be reckoned with."
Lucas nodded, a faint smile playing on his lips. "It's almost admirable," he said. "But they've underestimated me."
He leaned forward, his gaze hardening. "Double our security measures. I want every potential leak sealed immediately. And find out exactly how much they know."
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A Shocking Revelation
The climax of the chapter came when Evelyn and Amara's teams uncovered a confidential document linking Lucas to a scandal involving a government official. The document suggested that Lucas had bribed the official to secure a lucrative contract.
"This is it," Evelyn said, her eyes gleaming. "This is the evidence we need."
Amara, however, felt a knot of unease in her stomach. The stakes had never been higher, and she couldn't shake the feeling that Lucas was already planning his next move.