✰Trenton✰
I wasn’t surprised when the call came. I had been expecting it. When the Chief’s number flashed on my screen, I didn’t hesitate to answer. His tone was clipped and professional, but the weight behind his words was undeniable.
“Trenton, I need you to come in,” he said, and he didn’t even need to say why. I already knew. Caitlin had something. Something she thought could finally pin me to this case. And she was itching to use it against me. I arrived at the precinct without a word. I walked through the doors with my head high, even as I felt the weight of the stares on me. The officers watched me with barely veiled suspicion, their gazes lingered as I made my way toward the Chief’s office. Russell stood just outside, waiting.
“Hello, Russell, am I under arrest?” I asked as I app
