Chapter 9 - Marcus Arrests Brianna Outside The Smoldering Barbecue Venue

Federal Marshal Marcus strode across the charred grass of the suburban backyard, his heavy boots crushing fallen party decorations.
He walked straight up to the patrol cruiser where Brianna sat fuming, pulling out a pair of heavy steel handcuffs with practiced ease.
“Brianna Vance, you are formally arrested for attempted homicide, conspiracy, and financial fraud against the Sterling estate,” Marcus recited.
Brianna let out a shrill scream as the cold metal cuffs snapped tightly around her wrists with a sharp, echoing mechanical click.
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“You can’t do this to me! I come from high society! My family will have your badge by tomorrow morning!” she shrieked hysterically.
Marshal Marcus ignored her empty threats entirely, hauling her upright and guiding her toward the transport van without a second glance.
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