I created an encrypted file to conceal the files and tucked the USB drive into the bottom drawer of my vanity, which made me feel somewhat safer.

There was a knock on the door, and a maid said, "Mrs. Monroe, dinner is served."

I muttered and went downstairs. I found Jack in the dining room with a computer in front of him, video conferencing with a junior.

When he saw me, Jack said, "The meeting here ends. We will resume at eight tonight."

He ended the call, set the computer aside, and faced me. "I had Michael pick you up today, but he told me you got out early."

I...