Chapter 12 - The House Explodes With SirensThe front doors burst open.
Sheriff's deputies rushed inside.
Behind them came federal agents assigned to the Vance estate's security detail.
“DROP THE WEAPON!”
Richard froze.
The switchblade slipped from his hand.
It struck the marble floor.
Clang.
One deputy moved toward Eleanor.
Another secured Martha.
The lead federal marshal approached Richard.
“Richard Vance, step away from the women.”
Richard raised his hands.
“You don't understand.”
“We understand enough.”
The marshal looked toward the shattered chandelier.
Then toward the wire cutters.
Then at the damaged suspension cable.
“You're under arrest.”
Richard's face collapsed.
For the first time in his life, he had no lawyer standing beside him.
No boardroom.
No money.
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No influence.
Only handcuffs.
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Chapter 13 - The InvestigationThe investigation lasted for weeks.
Chapter 14 - The Night Eleanor Finally SleptAfter the arrest, Eleanor returned to Ravenwood Manor.
Chapter 15 - A New BeginningSeven months later, Eleanor gave birth to a healthy baby boy.
Chapter 16 - JusticeRichard's trial became national news.
Chapter 17 - The Mansion RebornSix months later, Ravenwood Manor looked completely different.
Chapter 18 - The LetterOne rainy afternoon, a letter arrived.
