Broken Memories, Intertwined Hearts novel Chapter 451

With a grin, Ethan changed his tone, chuckling lightly. “I know you’re just following orders, Brandon. I won’t make things hard for you. I’ll cooperate with your investigation. But please do take this seriously. Tax evasion is no small matter for a listed company. If this gets out and causes volatility in the Meyer Group’s stock, it could upset millions of shareholders. This is not something to be taken lightly.”

Brandon looked at Ethan, seemingly surprised he was so cooperative. He had anticipated resistance. Then he could just accuse Ethan of an obstruction and close the case. But the situation was unfolding differently than he’d predicted.

As he lost himself in thought, Ethan turned to Lucas. “Lucas, take Brandon and his team to our finance department. Give them all the relevant financial documents from the past few years. Whatever they want to know, make sure our finance team cooperates fully.”

Lucas nodded and led the way. “Brandon, this way please.”

Ethan let out a cold laugh before reaching for his phone. He noticed several missed calls from Ines. He quickly called her back, and was greeted with Ines’ anxious voice, “Ethan, what’s going on? You weren’t answering my calls. Is something wrong at the company?”

Ethan smirked. This woman was too perceptive. She had figured it out already. “Nothing major. The IRS is here to audit our finances. They received a tip-off that the Meyer Group might be evading taxes.”

Ines gasped, “How could this happen?”

Ethan reassured her, “Someone’s trying to provoke us. But don’t worry. I know our finances better than anyone. There’s no major issue here.”

Ines sternly replied, “Ethan, don’t only tell me the good news. Remember what I told you before. Always keep me in the loop, no matter what. I’m stronger than you think.”

“Izzy, I’m not hiding anything from you. They’re really just here to audit us.”

“Are you sure?” Ines asked, uncertain.

“Relax. I’m telling the truth, every word of it.”

Feeling reassured, Ines changed the subject. “Ethan, are you sure there are no problems with the Meyer Group’s finances?”

“Izzy, you’re the expert here. You know no listed company’s finances are entirely clean. There are always some issues. But don’t worry. If our accountants can’t find anything, these guys won’t either. They’re not here for that.”

“I’m asking because I know it. Just be careful, okay?”

“Don’t worry. I’ve prepared for this. I’ve sorted out the finance department not too long ago. There won’t be any major issues. I’ll just play along with their game.”

“If there’s anything you can’t handle, I’ll help you figure it out.”

Ethan laughed. “Our finance department isn’t just for show. They can handle this. You just wait at home for me. Don’t overthink about it. I might be home late tonight, so go to bed early. Don’t wait up for me.”

How could she sleep if he wasn’t home? Ines retorted, “I don’t just sleep when I have nothing to do. You better come home early. I’ll be waiting.” The unsaid implication was that she wouldn’t sleep until he came home.