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Echoes of Betrayal
Chapter 1: The Enigmatic Invitation The night was draped in a blanket of darkness as Emily stepped out onto her doorstep. A chill wind whispered through the air, carrying with it a sense of foreboding. Her eyes were drawn to the solitary envelope lying on the ground, its edges frayed and worn from travel. There was no return address, only her name scrawled across the front in elegant cursive.
Ayshwarya MahadevanPublished 2 months ago in CriminalThe Murder of Mary Jones
Mary Jones was a 32-year-old single mother who lived in a small apartment in downtown Chicago with her 8-year-old son, Tommy. She worked as a waitress at a local diner and struggled to make ends meet. She had no enemies, no criminal record, and no apparent motive for anyone to harm her. Yet, on the night of February 14, 2023, she was brutally murdered in her own home.
Birwula AaronPublished 2 months ago in CriminalCrypto Murders: Marijuana Case
The potent marijuana caused Kim to consider new avenues. She thought about the ties between money and social media. She drifted a bit with the vapor. She kept going with the plan nonetheless. She sprang from the couch a bit woozy and focused at the same time.
Skyler SaundersPublished 2 months ago in CriminalCrimson web
Starting life as a 250-word crime story, this has grown into a Vocal community collaboration prize challenges to develop the storyline into a range of alternatives. What has the protagonist done, where will it lead him, and (when) will his detective colleagues catch up with him?
Raymond G. TaylorPublished 2 months ago in CriminalCrypto Murders: Focused on the Task
“Now, I’d like to propose a toast…to all of you lovely ladies. And to you Bao, who has been so faithful and steadfast in your approach to all of this.” Bao slowly raised her cup. She brought it to her lips and then spit it out. It was the blood of the dead girls sitting around the table. She let out a shriek that prompted him to rush over to cover her mouth.
Skyler SaundersPublished 2 months ago in CriminalCrypto Murders: The Wilmington Riverfront
“See? Isn’t this nice? You’re a lady. You’ve graduated from your former state to a literal seat at the table.” Bao remained numb and possessed a straight face.
Skyler SaundersPublished 2 months ago in CriminalCrypto Murders: Never Breathing
“Do you see your friends? They’re all dressed for dinner, too.” Six other women corpses sitting straight up at a table stared at nothing, never breathing. Dano walked Bao around to the head of the table. Her chains jangled as she stomped towards her seat. A severe look of fear crossed her face. When Dano turned Jia’s head, she screamed like a fire engine or police siren.
Skyler SaundersPublished 2 months ago in CriminalCrypto Murders: Without Teeth
“Alright. We have seven victims. We don’t know what happened or their condition. We have a decidedly crafty perp. He has taken all of the similar patterns of serial kidnappers right now. He hasn’t slipped up and we need to know and pinpoint his exact location.” Kim said all this with an iciness that she seemed like she felt almost annoyed personally.
Skyler SaundersPublished 2 months ago in CriminalCrypto Murders: Map
“But I told you…I don’t want any of your money.” Bao held back her tears so as not to be punished for running her makeup. “All I want for you is to be dressed up like a doll. I want you to be considered my latest investment. Yes, you’re my latest currency. You will be prized and adored. Smile!”
Skyler SaundersPublished 2 months ago in CriminalCrypto Murders: Caviar
Lights flooded the basement. She was giving herself time to say something to him. “Please just let me go. I’ve got money. My parents have money. Anything you want. I’ve got it.”
Skyler SaundersPublished 2 months ago in CriminalChapter 2: The Shadow of the Di Martino Family
In the narrow streets of Naples, where the sun struggles to penetrate the shadows of the alleys and the walls of ancient buildings tell tales of intrigue and betrayal, stands the imposing figure of the Di Martino family. After Marco's disappearance, their presence in the city's criminal underworld seems stronger than ever. Don Salvatore, with his penetrating gaze and undeniable charisma, continues to dictate law like a sovereign of a dark kingdom.
Flavio TroiaPublished 2 months ago in CriminalCrypto Murders: Techniques
Light flooded the walk-up. It was like some mothership had come down and touched the osk floors of the residence. With papers in hand and scattered over the floor, Kim pinpointed the various data that corresponded with the crypto girls gone missing.
Skyler SaundersPublished 2 months ago in Criminal