made a mistake by protecting Mara.
She has already begun influencing Andrew against the Ellisons.
If Andrew leaves the business, the consequences will be his responsibility, but Mara must understand that she will not walk away untouched.
Do not discuss this with Frank.
Ruth
I read it twice.
Next I set it on the desk.
“She wrote this after Victor died.”
“Yes.”
“Why would she say Victor made a mistake?”
“Because she believed the trust gave you independence.”
“It did.”
“She believed independence made you dangerous.”
Outside, dusk began to
