Chapter 6
"Officer, I am the biological mother, and my daughter was just subjected to unlawful imprisonment and child abuse," Clara stated clearly. Victoria immediately stepped forward, flashing her expensive diamond rings and attempting to take control of the narrative.
"Officer, this woman is a trespasser who broke into our private residence and attacked me without provocation," Victoria insisted smoothly. The officer looked between the two women, noting Clara's calm urgency versus Victoria's rehearsed defense.
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"Ma'am, we're going to need everyone to step back while we inspect the backyard and check the child's condition," the officer instructed. Clara gently handed Maya over to a female officer who arrived in the second unit to ensure the child felt safe.
Victoria watched with narrowing eyes as the police walked toward the fresh dirt hole, shining their flashlights into the depths. The undeniable physical evidence in the backyard made Victoria's elaborate lies crumble into dust within seconds.
