23. From Thug To Police Case

Chapter Twenty Three

The sirens blared louder, filling the tense silence that had settled over the room. The door burst open, and police officers rushed in, their eyes scanning the chaos.

"What's going on here?" demanded the chief, his voice firm and authoritative.

Before anyone could respond, Richard jumped to his feet, shouting, "Nothing's wrong! It was a false alarm!"

The chief's eyes narrowed. "A false alarm? We saw a suspicious black truck on our way here. Care to explain?"

Stella tried to speak, but Richard grabbed her mouth, silencing her. Her eyes widened in fear and frustration.

Declan stepped forward, his voice calm but stern. "Richard, stop making it hard for us and the police to help. This is serious."

Richard glared at him. "Shut up when men are talking, Declan!"

Declan's eyes flashed with anger, but he kept his voice steady. "You should consider accepting help while it's still available. Before it's too late."

Richard's face twisted in fury. "I will never be at the mercy
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