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Chapter 8 - The Federal Raid

"Captain David Miller, Officer Derek Lawson," the lead FBI agent announced in a loud, commanding voice that shattered the room's silence. "You are under arrest for federal racketeering, civil rights violations, obstruction of justice, and conspiracy to commit murder."

Derek began to weep hysterically, struggling against his steel handcuffs as the agents forced him to his feet.

"Captain, do something!" Derek screamed, his voice cracking into a high-pitched sob. "You told me we were protected! You said Ashford wouldn't interfere with police business!"

Miller didn't answer. He held his hands out in complete defeat, allowing the federal agents to snap heavy handcuffs around his wrists while news camera crews—tipped off directly by Gabriel’s public relations team—flashed bright lights through the gatehouse windows.

Within hours, the news of the massive corruption scandal at Precinct 4 dominated every television network across the United States.

Over twelve corrupt officers were indicted before midnight, their assets frozen, their badges revoked, and their names dragged through the dirt in front of the entire nation.

Derek Lawson was remanded to a maximum-security federal facility without bail, facing up to thirty years in prison for his crimes against Clara and the state.

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Inside the Ashford mansion, the quiet peace of the night returned as rain patted softly against the tall glass windows.

👉 Read Part 9 to see the life-changing moment Gabriel offers Clara.

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