Chapter 36

• Mr. Sydney could hardly wait to expose the secret behind Evans' failed project to her husband. It had been a while since she last saw Cynthia, and though that unsettled her slightly, she was far too carried away by her unfolding plans to dwell on it. The anticipation of her husband's return was overwhelming—so much that she couldn't keep the excitement to herself anymore. She wanted to give him the tip of the iceberg, just enough to stir his curiosity.
• With a sly smile, she picked up her phone and dialed his number.
• "Hello, honey," he said warmly, his voice smooth like aged wine. "I guess you can't wait for my arrival, hmm? You miss me too much," he added with a soft chuckle.