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Chapter 765
“He said that if there’s a need, he’ll step in,” Heidi reported. “But not to help our parents—he just can’t stand the thought of that girl losing her life.”“He said he’s a doctor, and saving lives is his duty.”Fiona paused, a quiet sigh escaping her. “Mr. Wilson’s breadth of mind is far beyond mine.”“It’s not about comparison,” Heidi said, eating as she spoke. “He’s always been that way—unfussy about the small things, and generous in scope.”“I never noticed before,” Fiona said with a rueful smile.“Not noticing then doesn’t matter, noticing now is enough. Either way, keeping that girl alive is a kindness—it builds merit, whether or not it lightens our parents’ sentence,” Heidi said with easy indifference.“I’ll call the station tomorrow and ask about her condition. If there’s a need, we’ll consider asking Mr. Wilson to help,” Fiona said.“Let’s just rest tonight,” Heidi told her. “Things are what they are; fretting won’t change them.”Fiona only nodded.By noon the next day, Charl
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“Grandfather, that’s not what I meant,” Fiona said, shaking her head lightly.“Then what is it you want me to do?” old Mr. Cooper asked.“Leaving aside the gravity of their crimes, there’s no lawful way to get them out,” she replied evenly. “And even if there were, there’d be no need for you to intervene—because they’re simply not worth it.”“If you already know that, why bring it to me at all?” he pressed.“I only think you and Grandmother have a right to know,” Fiona answered plainly. “You are, after all, my father’s parents.”“They’re both old enough to be responsible for their own actions,” old Miss Cooper said at last. “It’s not that your grandfather and I are heartless—we’re powerless. We can’t spend our lives cleaning up after them, enabling them to run wild.”“I understand, Grandmother,” Fiona replied softly. “I don’t blame you. In truth, I feel the same.”“You can hire the best attorneys and argue the case on its merits—that’s one of the few things we can still do,” old Mr. C
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Faced with Joseph’s question, Heidi fell silent for a moment.“I’m torn—truly conflicted. I don’t even know if I should be telling you any of this.”She still couldn’t bring herself to say it.“What’s there to hide, silly girl? Since when have we kept things from each other?”Joseph let out a dry, amused chuckle.“All right.”“Here’s what happened.”Taking heart from Joseph’s words, Heidi recounted the mess involving her parents from start to finish. Joseph listened with unfeigned seriousness.When she was done, he could only manage a wry smile.“She brought this on herself. Who could possibly help her now?”“Your father might face something lighter. But your mother—she’s looking at at least ten years, if not more.”“And if that child hadn’t survived, or is left with permanent disability or complications, her sentence would only grow harsher.”Joseph spoke with a weary shake of the head.“That’s exactly what Captain Christopher at the Nova City Police Department said.”“Brother-in-law
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“Fiona, Fiona, I don’t want to go to prison—least of all to die,” Maria Long persisted, still refusing to accept reality.“You don’t want to die—does that girl?” Fiona replied, weary resignation edging her voice. “You’re my mother, but saying something like that is too much, isn’t it? In your eyes, is your life the only one that matters?”“Dad, Mom, just wait here for news. We’ll keep you informed,” Heidi said at last. It was all she could manage.“Let’s go,” Fiona said, taking Heidi by the hand. After a few steps, she turned back to Stephen Cooper. “Dad—take care of yourself.”“Do what you can. I’ll accept whatever comes,” Stephen murmured, lifting his eyes, sorrow swimming in them.“I’ll do my best,” Fiona said with a small nod, then led Heidi away.“You’ll stay here tonight,” Captain Christopher added. “Tomorrow you’ll be transferred to the detention center. And stop daydreaming—this is serious. No one can save you.”Maria Long’s face crumpled into utter despair.“Useless old man—w
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Following Captain Christopher’s instruction, a policewoman came over and played the footage for Fiona.Fiona and Heidi leaned in to watch. The longer they looked, the grimmer their expressions became.Hearing the voices from the laptop, Maria Long shrank into herself, a flicker of fear crossing her eyes.Minute by minute, time slipped by. After more than ten minutes, Fiona exhaled, weariness etched across her features.“I’ve seen enough,” she said quietly.The officer stopped the video.“Fiona, Fiona—you have to save me,” Maria sobbed. “I can’t spend the rest of my life in prison. Please, I’m begging you.”“Mom, you’re my mother. No matter what, that will never change. As your daughter, I want to help you. But you left yourself no way out—none at all. How am I supposed to save you?” Fiona said with a helpless, strained smile.“Mom, I’ve told you time and again—rein in your temper, don’t go to extremes. Now look where we are. How are we supposed to help?” Heidi added, her voice tight w
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“Intentional injury, robbery and extortion, unlawful detention, and abuse of a minor—what is this nonsense? Has she lost her mind? She dared to commit actual crimes?” Fiona’s voice shook as she drove, emotions running high.“Who knows with her. In her world, she’s always the center of gravity. Once she’s worked up, there’s nothing she won’t do,” Heidi said, analyzing as she spoke. “She’s not even short on money. Why would she rob or extort anyone? Has she gone mad?” “And how would she pull that off alone? I’d bet Dad was involved too.”Fiona exhaled slowly, the car filling with a heavy silence. She kept her eyes on the road, her face clouded, heading for the Nova City Police Department.Half an hour later, she pulled up at the station. The two of them hurried inside.It was after hours, but in a place like this, overtime and late-night cases were nothing unusual.“Excuse me, I’m family of Maria Long. Which one is Captain Christopher?” Fiona asked a policewoman as soon as she stepp
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