Debra came straight to the point. "Since Mr. Hardy is aware of the situation, please take me to see Michael."

The officer nodded, jumping to his feet. "Of course, everything's ready. Right this way, Ms. Frazier."

He led her through a maze of corridors until they reached the interrogation room. Michael had been locked up for days now.

His once-clean-shaven face was covered with rough stubble, and dark circles hung beneath his eyes.

The moment he saw Debra enter, he shot to his feet. The guards at the door stepped forward, ready to intervene if necessary.

"Ms. Frazier, you can speak with him here," the officer said. "We'll be right outside if you need anything."

Debra said calmly, "No need. I'm here to take him with me."

The officer stammered, "Uh, that's not something we can authorize."

If he assaulted someone, we'll pay damages. But you've kept him here this long. Surely, you've uncovered

didn't lay a hand on anyone, what right do you have to

voice faltered, "Well, the evidence isn't

I'd love to see

disappeared, leaving him to handle this volatile situation. Dealing with Debra was like walking through a

talk to them

officer still looked

brought in, Pedro had already instructed them to get to the bottom of it. But the other victim refused to relent. He didn't believe Debra could change anything. At most, she could offer

the matter? Can't

I'm not an easy person to deal with. I've given you a way out. If you

away," Debra pressed.

"Alright,

said, sitting down in the chair. "But I have limited

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