Chapter 16 - The Federal Intervention
The ballroom doors flew open again, but this time it wasn't reporters or guests entering the room.
Federal marshals and Harris County police officers marched in unison down the aisle, flashing official badges and restraining orders.
Detective Marcus Vance stepped up to Julian, snapping heavy steel handcuffs around the trembling CEO’s wrists.
“Julian Calloway, you have the right to remain silent,” Detective Vance recited clearly as he pulled Julian’s arms behind his back.
Eleanor shrieked as federal agents slapped cuffs on her as well, dragging her past the stunned crowd of socialites.
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“This is a conspiracy! My son did nothing wrong!” Eleanor screamed, kicking her designer heels against the floor.
Julian stared blankly at Clara as he was hauled away, realizing too late that he had underestimated the woman he tried to burn alive.
