~Evric's POV~
He stood up, clapping his hands together. "This calls for a celebration. Since I didn't lose millions today, I'm taking you out. I'll call Ben and Miles—we're hitting the club tonight."
"Wait, no," I cut in immediately. "I need to get back. Zayn is the only one at home, and things are... delicate."
Jude laughed, shaking his head. "He's a grown man, Evric. Nothing is going to happen to him. I finally managed to pull you out of your shell; I'm not letting you go back this early." He then pivoted, knowing my weakness for professional growth. "Besides, you owe me. Use the rest of the afternoon to give me a proper lecture on how you spotted that fraud. Consider it a mentorship session."
I had no choice. I started lecturing him on forensic accounting and risk assessment, but my focus was fractured. Under the table, I pulled out my phone and accessed the encrypted CCTV feed of the house.
