Chapter 2 - The Police Officer Blocks Richard’s Cowardly Exit Strategy
The heavy glass double doors of the grand charity hall remained firmly locked from the outside by automated security sensors.
Richard took two quick steps toward the exit, his expensive tailored suit jacket rustling sharply as he tried to push past.
The police officer stepped squarely into his path, his hand resting calmly and firmly on the holster of his service weapon.
“I suggested you step away from the door, sir,” the officer repeated, his voice echoing across the high-ceilinged marble lobby.
Richard’s face flushed a deep, mottled crimson, his arrogant composure visibly fracturing under the sudden weight of authority.
“Do you have any idea who I am, officer?” Richard snapped, pointing a manicured finger at his own chest with trembling indignation.
“I am Richard Sterling, CEO of Sterling Global Logistics, and I donate millions to this city’s municipal police fund.”
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The officer didn't flinch, his professional gaze fixed like granite on the sputtering executive standing right before him.
“Right now, Mr. Sterling, you are a suspect in a physical assault investigation involving an injured minor,” the officer replied coldly.
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