chapter twenty two
Chapter Twenty-Two: Betrayal in the Shadows The aftermath of the first strikes left the city buzzing with news of arrests, but inside the precinct, Elizabeth Marlowe knew the celebration was premature. Roman Kade was patient, cunning, and far from defeated. His network was sprawling, and the first arrests had shaken it—but they had also provoked him. Elizabeth stood over the war room table, her eyes scanning maps, surveillance feeds, and intercepted messages. Every detail mattered. Every misstep could cost lives. Moreno approached, his expression grim. “I’ve been going over the surveillance tapes from last night. Something doesn’t add up.” Elizabeth didn’t look up. “What do you mean?” “One of the backup officers… he didn’t follow protocol. He delayed clearing the east wing during the
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