Emily went to bed early but had trouble falling asleep. Tomorrow, Ethan would discover that his plans had failed. How would he react? Would he try to flee, feain ignorance, or surrender immediately?
At 6.30 in the morning, a call woke her. Ethan’s number appeared on the screen.
“Hello,” she answered calmly.
“Emily, it is me. I have landed.”
Her husband’s voice was normal with no trace of guilt or worry.
“How was the trip? Did you like Chicago?”
“Yes, everything was fine. Hey, today I have to go to court for your aunt’s inheritance case. Remember I told you about it?”
“Yes, I remember.”
“And what will happen?”
“It is just formalities. The will is in order, but there is a small detail to correct. There will be no problems.”
Emily smiled to herself. Even now, he was still lying.
“Ethan, can I ask you something?”
“Of course.”
“How is Pamela? Did she have a business trip, too?”
The silence that followed was too long for such a simple question.
“Pamela. Oh, yes, she is fine. Why?”
“For no reason. You mention her a lot lately.”
“She is a good employee. That is all. Well, I have to get ready. See you tonight.”
“Of course, dear.”