Chapter 8 - Federal Investigators Arrive At The Wedding Venue
Before Victoria could fabricate another excuse, the heavy double doors of the grand ballroom burst wide open with dramatic force.
Three federal agents in dark tactical windbreakers and polished boots marched directly into the room with absolute authority.
“Special Agent Vance, federal financial crimes and domestic corruption task force; we are executing an emergency asset seizure warrant,” Vance announced.
Ethan turned to face the federal agents, holding up his smartphone and pointing directly toward his mother as the prime suspect.
“You’re right on time, Agent Vance; I have documented proof of financial embezzlement, wire fraud, and conspiracy right here,” Ethan reported.
Agent Vance nodded grimly, signaling his tactical team to secure the perimeter and block every exit point in the luxury venue.
Victoria took a terrified step backward, her knees buckling slightly as she realized federal prison was now an inescapable reality.
“You can’t arrest me! I am a pillar of this community, and my lawyers will tear your warrants to shreds by morning!” Victoria screamed.
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“Your lawyers dropped your representation five minutes ago when the bank freeze orders went live across Manhattan,” Agent Vance replied coldly.
The federal agents closed in around her, their heavy boots echoing sharply against the polished marble floor tiles.
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