Chapter 5 - Searching the Upstairs Study for the Missing Legal Files
Ethan stood up slowly, his tall frame towering over the trembling CFO who had just been unmasked in front of everyone.
“Marcus, take two armed guards and secure the upstairs study immediately before he destroys the evidence,” Ethan ordered.
Marcus nodded sharply, motioning to the tactical guards who drew their sidearms and rushed up the grand staircase.
Julian took two desperate steps backward, trying to blend into the cluster of high-society wedding guests near the coat check.
“You can’t hold me here against my will, Ethan! This is an illegal imprisonment!” Julian protested loudly, his eyes darting toward the exits.
“You’re trapped in a federal crime scene, Julian, and the FBI field office in Manhattan is already ten minutes away,” Ethan replied coldly.
Upstairs, the sound of a heavy oak door being kicked open echoed through the open foyer above.
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Marcus’s voice boomed down from the second-floor balcony: “Mr. Vance! We found the amber vial and the forged transfer documents!”
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