Chapter 15

Scarlett froze.

I slowly began to speak.

"No one knew about my trip to France. The only possible source of my itinerary was the booking platform, and you, as the CFO, had access to shareholder information for that account."

"So, you knew everything from the very beginning?"

My voice trembled as I continued.

"Scarlett, were you even involved in my kidnapping?"

"Jade, I... I knew Mr. Stratton wouldn't hurt you, so... so, given my family's situation..."

I gritted my teeth, emphasizing each word.

"What about Iris? Did you know about that too?"

Scarlett's face turned deathly pale.

I let out a low, bitter laugh.

"How stupid I've been. Of course, a position as crucial as CFO would only be given to someone Archer completely trusts, cautious as he is. Scarlett, I really misjudged you."

Scarlett closed her eyes in anguish. "Jade, I'm sorry. My son's training costs are so high, and I desperately needed this job."