Chapter 8 - The Stolen Money Setup Becomes Completely Undone
The officer glanced over the transcript before turning his stern gaze directly toward a trembling Evelyn.
“Mrs. Evelyn Sterling, you are being detained for questioning regarding physical assault and corporate grand larceny,” the officer stated.
“This is a mistake! My husband is just angry because of a domestic dispute!” Evelyn protested loudly as handcuffs clicked.
“Keep walking, ma'am, and save your explanations for the interrogation room downtown,” the officer instructed firmly, guiding her out.
Daniel watched in stunned silence as his mother was led out the back kitchen door toward a waiting patrol car.
The heavy silence left behind in the kitchen felt heavier than before, suffocating everyone remaining inside the room.
I turned toward Richard, offering a small, exhausted nod of gratitude for stepping in when I needed it most.
“Thank you, Richard... I didn't want it to come to this, but she left me no other choice after hitting me,” I said softly.
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“You protected yourself and exposed a criminal, my dear; you have nothing to apologize for,” Richard replied gently.
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