Handcuffs Between Us Chapter 2

The investigation eventually cleared me of all suspicion.

As for that bastard Victor, the charges were staggering: tax evasion, human trafficking, and racketeering. The prosecutors estimated his minimum sentence would be life without parole.

But Victor was not stupid. He caught wind of the raid and fled before they could lock the city down.

In the precinct's main office, detectives were loudly debating their next move. I sat in the corner, clutching a paper cup of lukewarm water, feeling entirely out of place.

Suddenly, someone at the door shouted, "Hey, look, the Chief's girl is here!"

A few young officers swarmed around a long-haired girl entering the room. She was incredibly sweet, wearing a white floral sundress, carrying herself with a quiet, gentle grace. She blushed as she walked toward Austin, holding out a neatly packed lunchbox.

So, this was his new girlfriend.

A genuine smile broke through Austin's stern face. "You came."

She kept her voice low. "Make sure you eat it while it's still warm. I spent hours making it."

"Don't trouble yourself next time," Austin murmured, pinching her cheek affectionately.

I lowered my head, staring at the floor.

The lighthearted teasing of the officers echoed in my ears. It was too loud.