Chapter 13
Two weeks passed, and the once-mighty Sterling empire lay completely in ruins.
Arthur Sterling sat in a federal holding facility awaiting trial for wire fraud, bribery, and racketeering.
Phoebe remained behind bars, her preliminary court hearing resulting in strict pre-trial detention due to flight risk concerns.
The luxurious country club where the wedding had taken place was seized by federal receivers to satisfy unpaid corporate debts.
Inside the county sheriff's department, morale had skyrocketed as corrupt officials resigned in droves fearing federal indictments.
Sarah walked down the hallway with her head held high, her khaki uniform pressed crisp and clean.
Deputy Miller handed her a fresh stack of case files with a respectful nod.
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"Morning, Sheriff. The new federal oversight committee is arriving from Washington today," Deputy Miller reported.
"Let them in," Sarah replied with quiet confidence. "We're ready for them."
