Episode: 4Episodes: 30
Elena creeps through the library at night to open a locked drawer, but Marcus illuminates the room with a lamp. Instead of scolding her, he opens his secret stash of offshore files. Marcus promises to surrender the money laundering book if Elena fabricates records for an IRS check. Elena accepts so she can hand the evidence to David. When Victoria approaches, Marcus hides Elena.
Elena tries picking a lock inside the pitch-black library. Marcus switches on a light and discovers her in the act. They exchange barbed remarks, and Marcus opens a concealed cabinet that displays his private offshore account ledgers.
Marcus passes an offshore ledger to Elena and presents an offer. He asks her to alter financial figures ahead of an IRS audit. In exchange, he will hand over the money laundering ledger. Elena accepts, planning to give the evidence to David.
Approaching footsteps reveal that Victoria is heading toward the library. Marcus swiftly pulls Elena into the dark shadows to conceal her. Victoria steps through the doorway and asks if Marcus is busy playing hide-and-seek with his wife.
“I need you, as the lady of the house, to help me handle the IRS audit the day after tomorrow.”
“Pass the audit, and this money laundering ledger is yours to do with as you please.”
“Marcus, up late? Playing hide and seek with your little wife?”
Marcus and Elena stand pressed together in the dark corner of the library, holding their breath. Victoria walks directly into the room, speaking aloud to Marcus in the shadows. Will Victoria spot Elena concealed in the corner, or will Marcus manage to steer his mother away before she discovers their secret pact?