Chapter 10 - Uncovering The Toxic Substance Inside The Champagne Glass
Back at the forensic laboratory downtown, senior toxicologists analyzed the residue swabbed from Eleanor’s champagne flute.
The preliminary results popped up on the monitor, confirming the exact chemical signature of the lethal compound used.
“It’s a rare cardiac-inhibiting neurotoxin designed to mimic a natural heart attack within thirty minutes,” the lead scientist reported.
“Traces of it were also found on the inside rim of the antique silver serving tray Victoria handled earlier,” he added.
The district attorney signed off on immediate felony upgrades, adding premeditated conspiracy and corporate sabotage to the charges.
The legal net around Victoria and her co-conspirators was tightening with absolute, unstoppable momentum.
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No amount of family wealth or high-priced defense lawyers could erase the physical evidence locked in the lab.
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