Chapter 2 - Michael Presses Play On The Hallway Security Monitor
Michael’s hand trembled slightly as he unlocked his smartphone and pulled up the home security server application.
The sleek digital interface displayed a live feed list of every camera positioned throughout the sprawling Beverly Hills mansion.
“Show me the staircase landing archive from the past ten minutes,” Michael commanded, his voice tight with rising panic.
Chloe stood frozen on the steps, her manicured fingers digging into the wooden banister as her face lost all its color.
“Michael, don’t look at that! It’s been glitching all morning, it won’t show you what really happened!” Chloe shrieked hysterically.
Michael ignored her frantic plea, tapping the high-definition video file corresponding to the dome camera above them.
The U.S. flag standing silently on its brass pole near the landing fluttered slightly as the air conditioning kicked on.
Seven-year-old Leo remained close to his mother, watching his father with an expression of cold, mature determination.
“Tap the play icon, Dad,” Leo instructed softly, pointing a small finger directly at the glowing mobile screen.
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Michael swallowed hard, took a deep breath, and pressed his thumb squarely against the play button.
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