"What about the investigation?" Her lawyer asks.
"An investigation commenced to figure out who was responsible for leaking your clients name. We do believe whoever was behind it was paid and possibly an associate of Caprice Wilcox. Although we're not sure why such a dramatic step was taken. Whoever did it did so without the authority of CBS and was in violation of their obligations."
"How hard is it to figure out who was in charge of editing the clips to make sure the audio of her name was cut out? Who was the editor of the episode?" her lawyer probes.
"We will let you know once investigations are concluded," is the only response that can be given. "Back to the settlement... If this settlement is agreed upon by all parties, Ms. Thomas will not be able to file a legal complaint against CBS in the future. The amount will also be kept confidential. Our offer," they slide a contract and check towards her.
Seeing all the zeros Magenta tries to contain any surprise or even excitement. "I think the low seven figures should be sufficient," one of the CBS representatives speaks up. It's more than enough.
The money doesn't erase the pain and humiliation she endured from being exposed to the public. She's sure it's not going to stop anytime soon either. But she knows her career's going to take a major hit from what happened. This will soften the blow and help her take steps to create a plan B.
Magenta whispers to her lawyer and he tells them, "It's more than sufficient." Handing a pen over she signs the contract agreeing to the terms. "We'll be in contact about the investigation." She stands shaking multiple hands before leaving.
Checking the time she decides to make one more stop at the D.A.'s office since she's in town. After waiting she's let into the office being greeted by the state attorney. "It feels like there's always new developments in this case," she sighs as Magenta sits across from her.
"Yeah, well, it doesn't stop. I was recently made an offer to change my story by Caprice's team. Hush money," Gen informs her of the new detail.
"I'm not surprised. We're building a strong case against him. How much?"
"It wasn't a specific amount. They wanted me to name what I wanted. It could've been money, a business like a store, or a job doing hosting."
"Who made this offer?"
"I don't know his name. It was a man. He just said he's a representative of Caprice." Magenta doesn't mention that he made the offer at a business meeting through Caprice's girlfriend, her own sister. Despite everything her sister has done, she's still protecting her in a way.
"If you can provide some proof I'll look into it. I have some other news..."
"What?"
Magenta watches the D.A. fold her hands. "We're looking to make some more arrests connected to your case. Some of Caprice's associates who were there that night will be charged as well. Either on accomplice liability, aiding and abetting, or witness tampering."
"I-I don't know about that. If they didn't commit the act isn't that a little much?"
"A person is responsible for the acts of another if they assist the commission of the offense, encourages, or aids the other person. This can include such things as taking the rapist to the victim and vice versa, providing a place for the act, or facilitating it. As the prosecutor I believe I have enough evidence to prove multiple people assisted or knew what was going to occur."
"Who exactly?"
"The three men who came with Caprice the next morning to get the car when he pulled the gun on you. Also, the friend who took you to the studio."
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Never Left Me (Completed)
General Fiction"Even when we departed you never left me. I carried everything you said to me and did for me even when we were apart. You were inside of me. You'll always be a piece of me." Detailed description in story.
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