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2024-10-29 19:42:56Emily exited the building and went to the small park where Sandy had previously waited for her. Finding a bench by the lake, she prepared to call Sandy.
Before she could dial, Sandy's call came through. "Boyce Holt is heading to see Nora Frank."
After a moment of thought, Emily instructed, "Organize the recordings you've saved, and whatever he says to Nora Frank today, package it all and send it to me."
"Okay."
After hanging up, Emily sat on the bench, mulling over the day's events.
Ronald Richardson's appearance was unexpected; he must have been seeking revenge and followed her there.
Nora Frank manipulated Caroline. No wonder Nora had been so persistent in talking to her that day, trying to extract information.
Then, using the recorded conversation, Nora used Caroline to indirectly attack Emily. This also suggested that Nora didn't want
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