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082: Skeletons In His Cupboard
Author: Victoria T.O
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"Sir, look at what we found," The cop pointed at a safe. Director Malik discreetly heaved a sigh of relief. Zayn and Rashid who were standing behind him exchanged a glance.

Other cops rushed to the safe. While the housekeeper stayed away at a safe distance. If someone looked closely, they would realize that she was actually a bit jittery.

"Sir, come over and unlock this safe. We have to see what is inside it. We can't leave any stone unturned since the allegations you are facing are hard drugs," A sergeant beckoned on director Malik.

The man walked over confidently like he had no skeleton in his cupboard. Zayn sneered at his arrogance. It's just a matter of time before they find out the secrets he is hiding.

"Sure," Director Malik keyed in the password of the safe which is his late wife's birthday.

Clink!

Everyone looked at the safe in anticipation, waiting to see what was in.

But to their disappointment, all they found were old antiques. Director Malik gave Zayn a smu
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