Chapter 12 - Estate Gates Automatically Lock Down Under Emergency Protocols
A heavy, synchronized series of metallic clicks echoed from the front perimeter walls surrounding the grand estate.
The automated security system, triggered by Victoria’s legal override code, engaged its maximum lockdown protocol.
Heavy wrought-iron gates swung shut across the driveway, sealing all exits from the sprawling property.
Red security indicator lights blinked into life along the stone pillars, signaling that no vehicles could enter or leave.
Calvin slumped against the pantry door, sliding down until he sat defeated on the floor with his head in his hands.
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“It’s over, Calvin. The house, the accounts, the cars—it’s all gone,” Ronan said quietly, looking down at his cousin.
Agatha stared out the window in absolute horror as the estate guards lowered their posts and stepped back.
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