Chapter 688

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.”

officer stammered, “Uh, that’s not

negotiating with you for days. If he assaulted someone, we’ll pay damages. But you’ve kept him here this long. Surely,

frustration, interjected, didn’t

turned back to the officer. “If he didn’t lay a hand on anyone,

voice faltered, “Well, the evidence isn’t conclusive, and the victim

“Oh? And who is this so–called victim? I’d love to see who dares to

why Pedro had conveniently disappeared, leaving him to handle this volatile situation. Dealing with Debra was like walking

here, and I’ll talk to them personally. If they relent, you can release

officer still

to get to the bottom of it. But the other victim refused to relent. He didn’t

offer

should have told you that I’m not an easy person to deal with. I’ve given you a way out. If you don’t take it, I

“Alright, I’ll bring

here,” Debra said, sitting down in the chair. “But I have limited time. If the person isn’t here in half an hour,

them over,” replied the officer, instructing the guards to keep an eye on

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