Corruption

“I don’t give a damn if he digs his own grave, but to drag Emily with him? What a bastard!” Solomon scowled with resentment.

“Now’s not the time for this. Quick, we need to think of a way to save Ms. Emily!” said Robert.

“You’re right! We have to find a way. I know a friend who works at the police station. I’ll give him a call at once!”

“I know a relative who has connections with some police officers of higher ranks. I’ll find out if he can offer us any help.”

Suddenly, the air was filled with the excited chattering of everyone in the group, gathering assistance from anyone they could think of.

*******

Nighttime, in the interrogation room of the police station.

Henry and Emily sat with their backs against each other, bound to the chairs in the middle of the room.

The air in the room was cool and damp, and darkness shrouded them completely. They could feel an invisible weight on their shoulders.

“My bad, I didn’t mean to drag you into this mess,” Henry spoke first.

“They cl

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