Daniel opened the folder.
“We’ve identified serious irregularities in the foundation’s financial records.”
Caroline gave a sharp laugh.
“Are you accusing me of stealing?”
“We’re asking you to explain the payments.”
He placed several documents on the table.
Caroline glanced at them.
Her expression changed.
“These are confidential.”
Alexander leaned forward.
“Elizabeth’s money was supposed to help sick children.”
“Those are operating expenses.”
“Then why were they transferred to companies connected to your family?”
Caroline said nothing.
Daniel continued.
“The board has authorized an independent audit and suspended your financial authority pending its findings.”
Caroline looked at Alexander.
“You can’t do this to me.”
“I can.”
“After everything I’ve sacrificed for your family?”
Alexander’s jaw tightened.
“You told my son his mother died because of him.”
Her eyes flashed.
“He needed discipline!”
“He needed love.”
Caroline looked toward the doorway.
Oliver was standing there.
Neither Alexander nor Daniel had heard him approach.
He held his teddy bear against his chest.
“Aunt Caroline?”
