Chapter 5 - Security Guards Seal All Exit Doors Across The Estate
The two security guards moved instantly, slamming heavy steel deadbolts into place across every massive oak door in the foyer.
“Nobody leaves the premises under any circumstances,” Marcus, the head of security, repeated firmly, securing his radio headset.
Outside the tall colonial windows, heavy security gates swung shut automatically, sealing off the sprawling American estate grounds.
Arthur walked over to the grand staircase, his gaze sweeping across the second-floor landing where several family members stood watching.
His cousin Victoria peered over the polished wooden banister, her expression a masterclass of feigned innocence and polite concern.
“Arthur, darling, what on earth is all this commotion about down in the foyer?” Victoria called out smoothly.
“Why are the security guards locking the front doors while poor Lily is crying?”
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Arthur narrowed his eyes, his voice carrying an icy fury that echoed up the high-ceilinged stairwell.
“Get down here right now, Victoria. We have some serious family matters to discuss.”
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