Chapter 4 - The Trap Is Set
Ethan and Claire drove back to the estate.
They parked a block away to avoid Margaret’s surveillance.
“We cannot just fire her,” Ethan said.
His hands gripped the steering wheel until his knuckles turned white.
“If we fire her, Dr. Vance will destroy the medical records.”
“We need absolute proof of their conspiracy.”
Claire nodded.
“We need them to confess on tape.”
Ethan pulled out his phone and called his head of corporate security.
Within two hours, a team of discrete technicians infiltrated the estate.
They installed microscopic, high-definition cameras and microphones in Noah’s bedroom, the kitchen, and Margaret’s private office.
Ethan returned home alone later that evening.
He walked into the grand foyer and found Margaret waiting.
“Mr. Caldwell, I must express my deep concern,” Margaret said.
“Noah’s condition will deteriorate rapidly if he misses another dose.”
Ethan forced himself to remain calm.
He forced himself not to wrap his hands around her throat.
“You are right, Margaret.”
He lied perfectly.
“I apologize for my behavior last night.”
“I was simply stressed about my upcoming business trip.”
Margaret’s eyes immediately lit up.
“You are leaving, sir?”
“Yes.”
“I have an emergency merger in London.”
“I will be gone for an entire week.”
“Please ensure Dr. Vance visits the house tomorrow to check on Noah.”
Margaret smiled.
It was a cold, calculated smile.
“Of course, Mr. Caldwell.”
“I will handle everything.”
Ethan packed a suitcase.
He kissed Noah on the forehead.
He whispered a secret promise into his son's ear.
“Be brave for one more night, buddy.”
Ethan walked out the front door.
He did not go to the airport.
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He drove to a secure hotel suite where Claire was waiting in front of a wall of glowing monitors.
The trap was officially set.
