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150. A Matter Of Time
Author: Lucy Stone
last update2023-09-06 19:19:10

In the dimly lit living room, the aroma of freshly cooked dinner wafted through the air as Leonard mustered the courage to share his decision with his mother. The clock ticked away on the wall, each second seemingly elongated by the weight of Leonard's revelation.

"Mom," he began, his voice quivering slightly, "I've been thinking about Elsie and her father. After what she told me about his actions, I believe it's important to go to the police station and update them on everything we know. It's the right thing to do."

His mother turned from the stove, a mixture of concern and pride in her eyes. She wiped her hands on her apron, walked over to Leonard, and placing a gentle hand on his shoulder.

"Leonard," she said softly, "I understand your intentions, and I'm proud of you for wanting to do what's right. But we need to be careful. We're not just dealing with a regular situation here. Elsie's father is involved with some dangerous people, and big guns in the criminal world. Going to the
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