Chapter 9 - Amelia’s Fainting

Medical review confirmed Amelia’s collapse resulted from a vasovagal episode compounded by dehydration and low blood pressure.
No alcohol.
No sedative.
No poisoning.
No attack caused the initial fall.
That finding mattered to Amelia.
She did not want the story rewritten into something more dramatic.
Celeste had exploited unconsciousness.
That was enough.
Amelia also admitted something.
She had confronted Celeste first.
Before fainting.
“I told her I had Victor’s drive.”
Graham stared.
“Why?”
“Because I wanted her reaction.”
“That was dangerous.”
“Yes.”
“Why didn't you call me?”
Amelia looked at him.
“Because I thought you would call her.”
He went quiet.
She was probably right.
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That was the worst part.
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