Chapter 59. Back to Normal

Detective Willie, a stern yet compassionate figure, sat at the head of the table, his eyes scanning the faces of Anna and her family.

He had been briefed on the situation but wanted to hear the details directly from them. The tension in the room was palpable, the weight of the past night’s events pressing heavily on everyone.

This made him more intrigued. It made him yearn to know more, to hear their side of the story. He, too, had things to say but would keep them for after they had explained.

“Thank you all for coming,” Detective Willie began, his voice calm but authoritative. “I understand you’ve been through a lot, and we want to ensure your safety while we sort this out. Please, start from the beginning and tell me everything.”

Mr. Hall, still visibly shaken but determined, took a deep breath and began recounting the events that had led them to this moment. He spoke about the threats from the Marinos, the night of terror at the warehouse, and their despe