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Chapter 33: The Third Blow
“Mrs. Donovan, you are under arrest for attempted murder,” a firm male voice boomed from behind the three policemen. The words cut through the air like a sharp blade. “You have the right to remain silent, or whatever you say will and can be used against you in the court of law.”Martha’s head snapped up, her eyes narrowing in disbelief. Stepping into the room was a tall man in casual wear, his police badge hanging around his neck. He carried the air of someone who knew his authority and didn’t need a uniform to prove it.“And who are you?” Martha asked, her voice cold.“Inspector Damien Holt,” he said without hesitation. His eyes didn’t linger on her long; he turned to the three uniformed officers and gave a short, decisive order. “Take her away.”“What is this nonsense?” Bohemia barked, stepping forward. “You can’t just—”One of the officers planted a hand firmly against his chest, stopping him in his tracks. “Stay out of this, sir. Unless you want to be arrested for obstruction.”“
Chapter 32: Unmasking the Betrayal
It had started long before the final court hearing. The tension was already thick in Michael’s camp, but nothing could have prepared him for the revelation that came to light. One of the two men assigned to guard the missing lawyer — the man everyone thought they could trust, had been arrested. His name was Kelvin Arrows, a former private security officer with a reputation for being quiet and reliable.Clarissa was the one who dug deep enough to find the cracks in Kelvin’s perfect façade. At first, she didn’t want to believe it. She had handpicked the men herself to ensure no one with loose lips or questionable loyalties would get near the lawyer. But facts are stubborn things. Patterns emerged, gaps in his statements were noticed, and the moment the police matched his phone records to the day and time the lawyer’s location was exposed, the truth began to take shape.By the time Kelvin was hauled into the police station, Michael’s disappointment was mixed with cold, simmering ange
Chapter 31: A Bitter Defeat
The sound of the gavel still seemed to echo in Martha’s ears as the court security moved forward. The weight of the judge’s final words hung in the air, pressing down like a stone. Sophia and Victoria were already on their feet, flanked by two stern-looking officers in dark uniforms. The reality of what had just happened was sinking in fast, and Martha’s entire body tensed.“Wait! You can’t take them like that!” she shouted, stepping into the aisle, her voice breaking with both fury and desperation.One of the officers, tall and broad-shouldered, shook his head without a trace of emotion. “Ma, please step aside. We are following court orders.”“They are not criminals!” Martha’s tone cracked, but she didn’t care who heard. “You’re treating them like common thieves. This is wrong!”The officers didn’t stop. Sophia kept her face composed, though her lips were pressed into a thin, stubborn line. She refused to let them see her fear. Victoria, on the other hand, looked down at the floor
Chapter 30: Closing Ranks
The day for the final hearing came with a weight everyone could feel. By the time Sophia’s car pulled up to the courthouse, the place was already surrounded by reporters and camera crews. Some were broadcasting live, their voices echoing through speakers as they gave updates on the long-running case. Others darted from one spot to another, ready to capture any spark of drama.The Donovans stepped out first, making their way toward the entrance, trying to ignore the barrage of questions being hurled at them. Sophia kept her head high, Martha’s jaw was set tight, and Victoria trailed closely behind, avoiding eye contact with the cameras.Then a wave of movement rippled through the crowd. A convoy of black cars approached, slowing to a stop at the front. Michael stepped out first, dressed in a dark suit, his posture calm but authoritative. From the second car, Sonia emerged with measured grace, followed by a few of Michael’s associates. The sudden shift in the reporters’ attention was
Chapter 29: Under Fire
The morning broke with a heavy, unsettling air. Sophia had barely opened her eyes when her phone began buzzing with notifications. Every major television station was broadcasting the same story — the sudden and suspicious death of the lawyer who had once been at the centre of her family’s court battle with Michael Ainsley. His picture flashed repeatedly on screens, accompanied by phrases like mysterious circumstances and possible foul play. No official statement had been made about suspects, but the man’s known connection to the Bennetts was enough for commentators to speculate.Sophia sat on the edge of her bed for a few moments, staring at the news in silence. She knew how quickly public perception could change, and she also knew that even without direct evidence, people loved to connect dots — especially when it involved power, money, and a public feud. She told herself to push it to the back of her mind, get dressed, and carry herself with confidence. The last thing she could
Chapter 28: A Cruel Celebration
At first, she thought it was coming from somewhere down the street, perhaps a neighbour’s gathering, but as she walked closer to the house, the sound grew sharper, more distinct, as though it was pressing against the walls and spilling through the windows.Sophia stepped down from the car, her heels clicking softly against the paved driveway. The late evening breeze brushed lightly across her face, carrying with it a faint but steady pulse of music. She paused, frowning.“Is there any party going on in the house?” she asked the driver, her tone flat.The man glanced at her through the rearview mirror, his brow slightly raised. “I don’t know, ma,” he replied. His voice carried no hint of humour or curiosity, only the simple truth that he had no idea what was happening inside.Sophia stood still for a few seconds, listening. The music was loud enough to make her jaw tighten. The kind of loudness that ignored the existence of peace. She scanned the driveway. No strange cars were par
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