“Effective at nine this morning, Mercer Aeronautics has been placed under emergency receivership. Its accounts are frozen. Its facilities are secured. All company devices are subject to preservation order.”
Julian’s face contorted.
“You can’t do that.”
“I already have,” I said.
He moved toward me, but Adrian stepped between us.
The motion was small.
The effect was immediate.
My father did not threaten Julian. He simply stood there, and Julian stopped.
Perhaps it was Adrian’s height. Perhaps it was the calm in his eyes. Or perhaps cowards always recognized someone who was not afraid of them.
Marian continued.
“Mr. Mercer, your company’s debt includes a fraud provision. Any concealment of assets or falsification of financial statements triggers personal liability.”
Harold swore under his breath.
Beatrice rounded on him.
