Mr. Yoder's expression turned serious, while Paige huffed, "It must be Rachel trying to show off. She's only acting like this because Jeffrey is a little interested in her…"
Mr. Yoder's unease suddenly deepened. Maybe this situation wasn't as simple to fix as he thought.
"Dad, since they said they're busy, let's just go home," Paige said, pouting.
Just as she finished speaking, Mr. Yoder's phone rang.
The moment he answered, his face turned pale, and cold sweat broke out across his forehead.
Paige stared at her father, confused, as he ended the call looking dazed. Unable to hold back, she asked, "Dad, what's wrong?"
In response, Mr. Yoder raised his hand and slapped Paige hard. "Great job! You've completely ruined our family this time!"
The tax scandal could no longer be hidden.
The call he had just received was from a powerful connection, but even that person said their family's problems would now be investigated thoroughly, and no one could interfere.
