The grand entrance hall of the Hawthorne Mansion was filled with tension - Insight
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Chapter 14 - The Hunt for RichardPolice sirens cut through the night air as law enforcement raided Richard’s luxury apartment, but he had already fled. He had realized the plan failed the moment the waiter was detained.
Back at the mansion, Alexander doubled the security detail around the perimeter. He sat by his mother’s bedside, holding her frail hand as she slept peacefully.
Sarah brought a tray of warm tea into the room. "Mr. Alexander, you should rest too. You haven't slept in two days."
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Alexander looked up at Sarah, his eyes exhausted but full of gratitude. "You saved her life tonight, Sarah. If you hadn't noticed that waiter..."
"I just paid attention," Sarah replied gently. "Mrs. Eleanor has been kinder to me than my own family ever was. I won't let anyone hurt her."
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Chapter 15 - The Traitor WithinAn investigation into Richard’s recent contacts revealed a shocking connection: he hadn't been acting alone. Victoria had provided the funds to bribe the hotel staff and help Richard evade security.
Chapter 16 - End of the RoadIt wasn't just the police waiting for Victoria—Alexander was standing beside the lead detective.
Chapter 17 - The Missing HeirloomWith Victoria in police custody and Richard on the run across state lines, a sense of temporary relief returned to Hawthorne Mansion.
Chapter 18 - A Message in the NightThat night, a envelope was slipped under the main gate of the mansion. Inside was a single photograph of the missing deed and a handwritten note from Richard:
Chapter 19 - The PlanInstead of calling off the police, Alexander worked alongside a specialized SWAT unit to coordinate a quiet operation around the abandoned iron foundry.
Chapter 20 - The Docks at MidnightRain fell heavily over the rusty iron structures of the old foundry. Alexander walked inside the cavernous building carrying a heavy metal briefcase, his footsteps echoing against the damp concrete.
