CHAIN OF TRUTH

CHAPTER VI

Meanwhile, Enola and the others maintained a vigilant watch, their senses heightened as they awaited the signal to spring into action. With each passing moment, the tension in the air grew palpable, a silent reminder of the stakes at hand. Suddenly, a subtle shift in Mary's demeanor caught Agatha's attention, a fleeting glimpse of something hidden beneath the surface. With a silent nod to her team, she signaled for them to move in, their movements swift and coordinated.

As the team rushed out to confront Mary, chaos erupted in the hallway. Mary, driven by desperation and fear, lashed out with a frenzied determination, her eyes wild with panic as she brandished the petrol and lighter like weapons of war. Enola, Copper, and Chris moved swiftly to contain her, their training kicking in as they attempted to disarm her without causing harm. But Mary fought back with surprising strength, her struggles growing more frantic with each passing moment.

Amidst the commotion, Agatha remained calm and composed, her mind working quickly to devise a plan of action. With a steely resolve, she stepped forward, her voice cutting through the chaos like a knife. "Mary, listen to me," Agatha urged, her tone firm yet compassionate. "We don't want to hurt you. But we need to know the truth. Please, put down the petrol and let's talk."

For a moment, Mary hesitated, her eyes flickering with uncertainty. But then, with a sudden burst of determination, she made a break for it, her movements fueled by desperation and despair. Enola sprang into action, her reflexes lightning-fast as she lunged forward to intercept Mary. With a swift and decisive motion, she wrestled the petrol and lighter from Mary's grasp, pinning her to the ground with practiced precision. But Mary refused to go down without a fight, her struggles growing more frantic as she fought tooth and nail to break free. It took the combined strength of the entire team to subdue her, their efforts fueled by a shared sense of purpose and determination.

Finally, with Mary safely restrained, the team breathed a collective sigh of relief, their hearts pounding with adrenaline as they surveyed the scene before them. It had been a close call, but they had emerged victorious, their resolve unshaken in the face of adversity. As they escorted Mary away in handcuffs, they knew that their work was far from over. But with the perpetrator in custody and the truth within reach, they were more determined than ever to see justice served.

With Mary safely in custody, the team wasted no time in transporting her to a secure location for interrogation. As they entered the dimly lit interrogation room, the atmosphere crackled with tension, each member keenly aware of the gravity of the situation. Agatha took her seat at the head of the table, her gaze steady as she observed Mary's every move. Edwin stood silently by her side, his presence a silent reminder of the consequences of deception.

"Mary," Agatha began, her voice calm yet commanding. "We need to know everything you know about the perpetrator. Every detail, no matter how small, could be crucial in solving this case." Mary's eyes darted nervously around the room, her hands trembling as she struggled to find the right words. But Agatha's unwavering gaze left no room for evasion, and slowly but surely, Mary began to speak. "I know I'm the catalyst for all of this chaos," Mary confessed, her voice heavy with guilt. Edwin's response was sharp, his laughter bitter with the weight of accusation. Chris intervened before Edwin could escalate further, but Mary remained bowed in shame. "It spiraled out of control, spreading like wildfire through the school," she murmured, her admission tinged with regret.