THE COST OF REVENGE

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. I'm Lila, posing as Lila Smith, and I work for Ethan Blackwood to hold him accountable for my dad's injuries. Who is aware that I'm lying? The city lights are dim as

phone. I have to make a decision quickly. I may learn something significant from this individual if we meet. It may also be a trap. The image of Dad in my lugga

ppears to be waiting for me, even though a few people are seated at tables. To relax, I get a hot chocolate and take a seat near the window.

nd is elderly. She sits across from me without asking. "Lila Smith?" she asks in a quiet voice. My throat tightens as I nod. Her eyes are piercing, as if she ca

your father. My eyes enlarge. How is she aware of Dad? She replies, "I saw you at Blackwood Enterprises." "I take it you're Lila Carter?" I d

I may harm them with my secrets. My heart is pounding. Something doesn't seem right, but this may be my opportunity to damage Ethan. Why is she assisting me? I attempt to po

r a moment of hesitation, she adds, "Call me Ellen." I take up the USB and nod. In my palm, it seems weighty even though it is light. "What are you looking for from

shut the door. With trembling hands, I connect the USB to my laptop. A folder containing files with the names "Blackwood Contracts" and "Riverdale Deal" appears. When I open one, I see a ton of names a

nd he is, it's difficult to detest him. However, these documents may show that he is harming others in the same way that he harmed his father. "I'm close, Dad

the gesture as my heart makes that foolish flutter once again. I'm afraid to look at the USB here, so I conceal it in my purse. I pretend to b

ke way for a large industrial. My hands tremble. It's this. Evidence that Ethan's business is failing. I can destroy my journalist buddy Mia by sending him this. Then Ethan ent

, but his eyes are good. I nod, not believing what I'm saying. I listen in confusion as he speaks about a new initiative that has to do with

invites me to a formal dinner with influential folks tomorrow night for a meeting. "It will be enjoyable," he replies wit

's number is texting me again. Have you examined the files? Act quickly. There is not much time left. My heart is pounding. Wha