Chapter 8 - The Federal Raid
The grand oak doors at the back of the auditorium slammed open.
Four federal agents wearing dark suits and FBI badges marched down the central aisle, stepping right past the crying Mother on the floor.
"Eleanor Vance," the lead agent announced, holding up an official federal warrant. "You are under arrest for tax fraud, wire fraud, and bribing military officials."
Mother stared up at the agents in pure terror. "This is a mistake! My late husband built this estate! I have immunity!"
"Your immunity was revoked three hours ago when Commander Derrick provided federal prosecutors with your complete financial ledger," the agent replied coldly.
The agents pulled Mother up to her feet, placing her in cuffs as the crowd clicked photos with their smartphones.
Relatives who had sneered at Derrick minutes ago scattered toward the side exits, trying desperately to distance themselves from the falling family.
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Ryan wept into the carpet as the military police dragged him off the stage toward the holding cells.
👉 What final piece of justice will Derrick execute to restore honor to his late father's name?
