Chapter 76 Trust your instincts

As Mariama returned to her office, her mind was in turmoil. The anonymous tip had shaken her more than she cared to admit. Was it a genuine attempt to help, or just another part of Franco and Laura's elaborate scheme? She sat at her desk, staring at the email Ana had forwarded to her. The words seemed to blur before her eyes. "Mariama's life may be in danger." Could it really have escalated to that point? A soft knock at the door startled her out of her thoughts. "Come in," she called, quickly minimizing the email. Manga entered, his usual cheerful demeanor subdued. "Mariama, we need to talk." She gestured for him to sit. "What's wrong, Manga?" He hesitated before speaking. "I've been hearing... things. Disturbing things. Some of our most trusted employees have been approached. Offered bribes, or threatened, to turn against you." Mariama felt her heart sink. "Who?" Manga shook his head. "I don't have names yet. But it's not just low-level employees. We're talking department head