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Perched on a worn-out bench, Faye hesitantly described what had allegedly happened to her, her small voice breaking at times.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtKelly, who had been with Zev the entire time, immediately intervened. "Zev was never alone with her." A lawyer-one Kelly instantly recognized as being affiliated with Clarissa-gave her a pointed look. "You're his wife, which makes you biased and renders your statement unreliable." Eric, who had been silent until now, finally spoke, "Kelly, we need to talk." He assumed that by now, she'd realize there was no escaping this conversation.
Kelly turned away, her voice flat. "There's nothing to say." Eric's tone darkened, his words carrying an unmistakable threat. "Zev is going to prison." Kelly wasn't surprised. She had suspected all along that Eric's real goal was to use Zev as leverage against her. And sure enough, he got straight to the point.
"If you have something to say, say it here. I'm not going anywhere with you." The moment the officers disappeared behind the door with Zev, Eric took a step closer and lowered his voice. "Kelly ... at the Commendation Conference on Thursday, you need to watch your words." "Aren't we talking about your daughter being molested now? What's this? Are you actually using your daughter's body and reputation to threatenso I wouldn't tell the truth?" Kelly shot Eric a sharp look. "You're so cruel." His frustration was evident, as if no matter how hard he tried, she simply refused to see things his way." "Kelly, what more do you want from me? How many times do I have to explain before you understand that everything I'm doing is for your sake?" Eric truly believed that Clarissa had forced his hand, making him go after Kelly and making him hurt her. But despite everything, he had held back-choosing to go after Zev instead of completely crushing Kelly.
"Kelly ... I never wanted to hurt you, and I still don't. Just listen to me, and all of this will go away. His patience was running dangerously thin.
In his mind, if Kelly had just done as she was told, none of this would be happening. She was the one making things difficult.
Once again, he placed the blsquarely on her.
Kelly let out a sharp, humorless laugh. "You're truly terrifying, Eric." She gestured toward the glass doors of themalion in "TL ~ 1/3 Dal, & May Chapter 156 Eric's Warning to Kelly Doctor's Current Husband Threatens Five-year-old Girl <87% Finished Eric didn't deny it. Instead, he leaned in, lowering his voice further. "Just agree to my terms. Say only what I tell you to at the conference. You don't even have to praise the hospital-just keep quiet. Do that, and I'll handle the situation with Zev privately. His eyes narrowed. "You know his record, don't you?" Kelly ignored him and turned to Faye. "You said Zev touched you? Where exactly?" "Kelly!" Eric snapped, pulling Faye into his arms and covering her ears. "She's already been through enough! Stop interrogating her-you're not a cop!" But Kelly wasn't fooled. This wasn't about protecting Faye.
This was blackmail.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"Alright." Kelly turned to the officers. "So, if a child makes a claim, that's all the proof you need?" The lawyer scoffed. "A child this young, describing things in such detail? Kids don't make things like this up, Kelly. Face reality-Zev is nothing more than a lowlife with a rap sheet." Kelly chuckled coldly. Reaching into her pocket, she pulled out a small bandage and pressed it onto Faye's forehead. "Faye, how did you get this injury? Did your grandmother and your dad hurt you?" Faye blinked in confusion, her small fingers brushing against her forehead. There was no injury there. But Kelly had spoken with such certainty that the girl hesitated-then nodded. "Yes. Grandma and Stan hit me." Kelly's smirk deepened as she turned her gaze back to Eric. "And you say children don't lie?" Eric's expression darkened, his brows drawing together. "Kelly, you're manipulating her." "Manipulating?" Kelly clenched her jaw. "Faye, I've told you before-I don't like lies. Zev never even got close to you. So tell me, exactly where did he touch you?" Panic flashed across Eric's face. Tightening his grip on Faye, he made a move to leave. "She's already spoken to the police, and I'm taking her home." Kelly stepped into his path, blocking his way. "Why are you so nervous, Eric?" Faye's lower lip trembled, her eyes glistening with unshed tears. "Zev pulled my dress ... He ripped it, and ... and he touched my tummy." Kelly's stomach twisted as she turned to Eric, disbelief evident in her eyes. He had coached his daughter into saying this. "You're beyond disgusting." For the first time, Eric seemed rattled. The veins on his hands bulged as he clenched his fists, his gaze locked on the floor.
Kelly took a slow breath, forcing herself to stay calm. "Did you know, Eric? Zev's fingers are bro-everym pers are single one He can't even hold a spoon properly, let alone rip a dress." She looked Faye in the eye, her tone gentle but firm. "So tell me, how exactly did he do it?" Faye bit her lip, her tiny hands curling into fists. She turned toward Eric, her eyes filled with uncertainty. "Daddy...?"
Eric's face was unreadable. He hadn't known about Zev's injuries, that much was om s clear Buxherefused to back down. "My daughter isn't lying.
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Faye was a minor, and the state had strong regulations in place to protect them. Sometimes, even the victim's account could get their abuser convicted. Eric was confident, and he planned to put Zav in jail, so he used this as leverage to threaten Kelly. Eric exhaled slowly and looked her in the eyes. "Kelly, think carefully about your next move. If you cooperate, I'll consider settling this quietly." His voice dropped to a whisper, dripping with warning. "Givea call when you've made up your mind." O 200 2/2 15:06 Sat, 3 May GM