Chapter 12 - Nora’s Elaborate Web Of Lies Crumbles

The officers marched into the study, their heavy duty boots echoing loudly against the hardwood floor.
Nora tried to stand up and flash her most charming smile, attempting the same social manipulation that had protected her for years.
“There has been a complete misunderstanding, officers... my brother-in-law is prone to aggressive delusions,” Nora lied smoothly.
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The lead officer didn't smile back, pulling a pair of cold steel handcuffs from his utility belt with practiced efficiency.
“Nora Sterling, you are under arrest for attempted premeditated murder and endangerment of a minor,” the officer announced crisply.
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