For that, Bernard had to tell finance to falsify revenue and profit records to keep Cindy in the dark for the moment.

He didn't tell her about the cancer either—people as rich as him were naturally wary of those around him. As such, he was concerned that if Cindy found out, she would quickly pressure him into leaving a will and begin to claim control of the joint-ownership assets.

Being prepared for the worst was a proper spousal procedure, but Bernard knew enough about human nature. He unders