Page 117 of No More Lies

“It’s done. FBI closed it down. They will tear that place apart, and every case will be reviewed,” Dex said.

“And the other lawyers? The employees?”

“Everyone will be investigated and, if they were not involved, will be cleared without further action.”

“And Diane? She worked on Volkov’s case,” Steve asked. He didn’t want his wife to be the subject of an FBI investigation.

Sam addressed Diane directly, “Technically, you need to be investigated and cleared.”

“What the—” Steve blurted, but Sam held up his hand, cutting him off.

“Let me finish.”

Diane took hold of his hand and squeezed it. Damn, this woman was amazing. Wasn’t he supposed to be comforting her?

“Because Diane came to you and helped us from the beginning, no one believes she is involved. But to satisfy not just the legal procedure, but also the bar, we need to do this properly. Diane, you will need to give a statement. All you need to do is tell the truth. Dale is going to take care of this personally. He will have it signed off, and you cleared, as quickly as possible.”

Diane nodded beside him. “I can do that.”

“And this does not affect her being able to practice law?” Steve asked. “She shared information covered by attorney-client privilege with us.”

“Dale has it covered. Something about exemptions where there is criminal intent. Diane you probably know more about that than me.”

“Yes. When there is evidence to suggest harm is being caused to another or will be, as lawyers we have a legal duty to report it.”

Sam smiled. “That sounds about right. You reported it, and as a result was asked to supply the information. You did nothing wrong.”

“Great. I’m an unemployed lawyer.” Her voice held a hint of humor and Steve was relieved she was taking it so well.

“What you did helped us take down Volkov and stop what would have been a devastating attack,” Dex said. “You saved lives.”

Steve smiled as Diane blushed at the praise. Dex didn’t know it, but he had said exactly what Diane needed to hear.

“Daddy?”

Everyone’s head turned at Megan’s voice.

“Hi, Pumpkin, come on over here.” Megan grinned and came and sat on his other side.

“It’s kind of early for visitors, isn’t it?” she asked sleepily.

Steve chuckled.

“Megan, are you saying you’re not pleased to see me?” Dex asked in mock horror.

Megan giggled.

“It is early, Megan.” Sam said. “But we’re all done so we are going to leave you to enjoy your weekend.”

“Mmm. I have softball practice this morning.”

Oh shit. Steve had forgotten.

“Hey, Megan. Can Kelly and I take you to practice today? So your mom can rest, and Dad can look after her?” Dex glanced at Steve and winked.

“You want to come and watch me practice? It’s not a game.” Her brow furrowed in the cutest way.

“We can’t always get to your games, so yeah, we’d love to watch you practice.”

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