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Chapter 59: The Political Conspiracy

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Senator Morrison's POV

The secure conference room in the Capitol building was swept for surveillance devices twice daily, its windows treated with technology that prevented electronic eavesdropping.

Still, the five men gathered around the polished mahogany table spoke in careful euphemisms, decades of Washington experience having taught them that some conversations left no digital footprints.

"The Matthew situation is contained," I announced, reviewing files that would be incinerated within the hour. "Federal prosecutors are moving forward with conspiracy charges. His business empire is effectively dismantled."

Defense Secretary Williams nodded approvingly. "And Savage?"

"Legally rehabilitated. Our media consultants are positioning him as the victim of corporate espionage. Public opinion is shifting in his direction."

Attorney General Patterson leaned forward, his expression skeptical. "That's a significant reversal, given the initial coverage of the abuse allegations."

"Blake Matthew
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wow....I was so hoping she would have been able to hide for longer.....nothing seems to go right for her
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