Chapter 11 - Local Police Cruisers Arrive At The Estate Gates
Outside in the brisk night air, flashing red and blue lights illuminated the grand wrought-iron gates of the Vance estate.
Three county patrol cruisers pulled up the long gravel driveway, their sirens falling silent one by one.
Sheriff Miller stepped out of the lead vehicle, adjusting his campaign-funded cowboy hat with a heavy, troubled frown.
He had received an anonymous emergency call claiming a violent domestic assault and weapon discharge at the mansion.
Marcus met the sheriff at the main portico, blocking the steps with two armed estate security guards.
“Evening, Sheriff. You’re a bit far from your jurisdiction for a social call,” Marcus noted neutrally.
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“We received a 911 dispatch regarding a felony assault inside the main house, Marcus. Step aside,” Sheriff Miller ordered firmly.
Marcus didn't move an inch, holding his ground until Thomas appeared at the top of the grand marble staircase.
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