Chapter 17 - Chloe’s Prison Call Reveals An Even More Sinister Ally
Inside the maximum-security holding facility downtown, Chloe paced her concrete cell in a neon orange jumpsuit.
She used her allotted phone privilege to dial an international encrypted number linked to her remaining co-conspirators.
“This is Chloe Vance; I need my bail posted immediately, the board took over the accounts too early,” she hissed frantically.
“Your bail is the least of your concerns, Chloe; the federal marshals found the analog backup tapes in the basement bunker,” a cold voice replied.
“How? Only Michael and grandfather knew about that terminal!” Chloe panicked, gripping the steel receiver tightly.
“It doesn't matter who found them; your incompetence has exposed our entire European syndicate to the Department of Justice,” the voice scolded.
“You can’t abandon me! I did everything your father asked me to do!” Chloe screamed before the line disconnected abruptly.
A prison guard stepped up to her cell door, unlocking the heavy iron latch with a sharp, echoing clang.
“Visitor for you, inmate Vance; federal prosecutor Miller wants a word before your formal arraignment,” the guard announced.
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Chloe’s knees buckled as she realized her international allies had just thrown her completely under the bus.
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