“Then Mr. Mitchell should have considered that before submitting incomplete financial disclosures.”
The words were not loud, but they landed with force.
Jason’s face flushed.
“The court will also refer the allegations concerning forged signatures and altered medical documentation to the appropriate authorities for review,” Judge Hayes continued. “This matter will be continued. Both parties are ordered to preserve all records, digital and physical, including but not limited to corporate files, medical correspondence, financial accounts, and communications relevant to the marriage or business.”
Her gaze settled on Jason.
“Do I make myself clear?”
Jason forced a smile.
“Perfectly, Your Honor.”
But his eyes found mine, and I saw what lived beneath the smile.
Not fear.
Calculation.
That frightened me more.
After court adjourned, the hallway became a tunnel of questions.
“Mrs. Mitchell, when did you obtain the records?”
“Is it true you designed the company’s flagship product?”
“Mr. Mitchell, do you deny the allegations?”
