Suspected Crimes
Tom suggested that Emily’s actions might be more than just deceitful—they could be criminal. “I can’t say for sure,” he said cautiously, “but those deposits and private meetings are red flags.” Mark froze at the words. The possibility that Emily was engaged in something illegal filled him with both fear and disbelief. He replayed every conversation, every gap in their story, trying to make sense of it all.
Was Emily just trying to protect him, or was she truly leading a double life? Mark imagined the worst—fraud, smuggling, betrayal. His thoughts spiraled into dark scenarios that felt more plausible with each new piece of evidence. Tom’s warning had turned Mark’s anxiety into full-blown paranoia. He needed to act—but what could he really do?
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