Leine wasn’t fool enough to believe she could live without looking over her shoulder. “Well?” she asked. “Deal.” He held out his hand. Leine ignored him and strode to the door. “And don’t think that killing me will save you. I’ve made sure that in the event of my death all materials in a certain safety deposit box are to be sent directly to your boss, as well as to a reporter I know who works for a reputable news agency.” With that, Leine walked out the door to find her daughter. Chapter 20 April 2007—Manarola, Italy Powerful waves crashed against the rocks below her as
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