settle over the city, turning the buildings into dark shapes against a violet sky.
“Did Andrew know about this?”
“Not that I’m aware of.”
“You worked for the family.”
“I did.”
“Did he know you were keeping records?”
“I kept records because I was an accountant.”
“That is not what I asked.”
Martin lowered his eyes.
“No.”
It was from Frank to Martin.
The tone was more restrained than Ruth’s, but the meaning was no less troubling.
The company cannot absorb another withdrawal.
Victor’s arrangements must remain separate from operating
