Something cold settled in his expression.
“Clara, I can’t promise you what the investigation will find. But I can promise you that your concerns will be examined independently, and that no one will be allowed to interfere with the review.”
She wiped her face.
“That’s what they told me the first time.”
“Then I’ll make sure the process is different this time.”
Chapter Three: The Forty-Thousand-Dollar Question
Ethan took a business card from his wallet and placed it on the table.
“My office will contact you tomorrow. We’ll arrange a confidential meeting with our independent compliance team. You’ll have the opportunity to explain what you found, and we’ll make sure the evidence is preserved.”
Clara studied the card.
“And if they say I’m lying?”
“Then we’ll examine the evidence and establish the facts.”
“And if I can’t afford a lawyer?”
“Mercer Capital has an ethics and compliance process that doesn’t require employees to pay for an investigation. If you need independent legal advice, we’ll discuss appropriate arrangements through counsel so that you have a fair opportunity to protect your interests.”
