The Fall of the Caldwell Dynasty and the Restored Legacy of Whitaker House
The line crackled with static before a voice spoke.
“Mrs. Caldwell, this is Detective Miller.”
I held my breath, watching the rain streak the grime-streaked window.
“We have Grant Caldwell and Vanessa Hart in custody at the precinct,” he said.
“What about Helen?” I asked.
“She is currently being questioned regarding the destruction of financial records,” the detective replied.
I closed my eyes, feeling a sudden weight lift from my chest.
“Thank you, Detective,” I said.
“We will need you to come down in the morning to sign the formal complaint,” he said.
“I will be there,” I said.
I ended the call and slipped the phone into my coat pocket.
Marcus looked at me, his eyes questioning.
“They have them,” I said simply.
Dina let out a long, trembling breath.
“It is finally over,” she whispered.
“The legal battle is just beginning,” Marcus corrected gently, adjusting his glasses.
“But the immediate threat to the foundation is contained.”
I looked down at the heavy mahogany frame of my mother’s portrait.
“Let’s get her out of the basement,” I said.