273 CH 272: Diffusing the Threat

Eve lowered her head until she and the phone were on eye-level. Static mixed in with the sounds as it blasted out of the speakers. She squinted her eyes in order to see better against the glaring sky reflected on the screen.

The newscaster stood in front of imposing tall gates. Behind her, other reporters flocked the area while police and investigators walked out. Cameras flashed continuously and voices became louder as question after question were addressed to the owner of the mansion.

"Politician Stuart Wilson had been placed under arrest after decisive evidence tipped forensics about his money laundering," the newscaster said, staring straight into the camera. "Mr. Wilson denies such claims but he's being detained and taken in for questioning. The evidence includes several fraudulent bank accounts opened overseas under his deceased wife's maiden name…"

Looking up, Eve met Elias's chocolate eyes. "Ambryan was the tip?"