"He hopes for the best. He knew about it for quite some time, but didn't tell us because he didn't want us to worry. But now it became clear the fed had a witness, secret recordings, and even video clips of wrongdoings. They confiscated all of Dad's books and have enough evidence to keep him in prison for a long time. Dad will be here later and talk to you."

My father arrived an hour later. He looked older and tired. He had a small smile and said, "Remember I told you one day everything may crumble like a house of cards? Well, that day had come for me. My...