Chapter 4 - Dr. Weston Sweats Under Federal Pressure
Dr. Weston backed away slowly toward the exit, his shoes squeaking against the imported Italian marble flooring of the grand dining hall.
Before he could reach the heavy brass doors, two federal investigators in dark suits stepped out from the corridor shadows.
“Dr. Alan Weston?” the lead agent asked, flashing a gold badge under the harsh hallway lights with quiet authority.
“I... I believe there has been some misunderstanding,” Weston stammered, his face turning the color of wet chalk.
“Step away from the door, Doctor; you’re coming with us for questioning regarding falsified dental records and federal fraud,” the agent instructed.
Inside the dining room, the muted commotion caught Daria’s attention, causing her head to snap toward the hallway entrance instantly.
Samuel watched her pale sharply as federal marshals poured into the ballroom, their polished shoes echoing across the silent floor.
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“What is the meaning of this outrage?” Daria shrieked, standing up from her chair and pointing a shaking finger at the agents.
“Daria Kincaid, you are under arrest for conspiracy, kidnapping, and obstruction of justice,” the lead investigator announced loudly.
