Leo stood by the entrance of the precinct, engrossed in conversation with his team about their recent breakthroughs in the case. The atmosphere was focused and determined until the door swung open, and a group of military personnel walked in, their expressions serious and urgent.
Leo noticed them immediately and straightened up, sensing the gravity of their presence. As they approached, he could see that their uniforms were crisp, but their demeanor was anything but relaxed.
“Can I help you?” Leo asked, his tone professional but curious.
One of the officers, a tall sergeant with a furrowed brow, stepped forward. “We need to speak with Dr. Bella Jones. It’s urgent.”
“Right. Follow me,” Leo said, leading the way to the lab. He glanced back at the military personnel, their somber expressions deepening his concern. “What’s going on?”
“It's about one of our soldiers. He was found dead under suspicious circumstances, and we need Dr. Jones’s expertise to determine the cause,” the sergeant replied, his voice steady but laced with an underlying tension.
As they entered the lab, Bella looked up from her station, a slight smile fading from her face as she sensed the seriousness of the situation. “Leo? What’s happening?”
“Bella, we have some military personnel here,” Leo said, gesturing to the sergeant and his team. “They need your help with a soldier’s death.”
Bella’s expression shifted to one of professionalism. “Of course. Please, tell me what you need.”
The sergeant stepped closer, his voice low. “We found Private Miller dead at his barracks. Initial assessments didn’t indicate foul play, but something feels off, and we want a thorough autopsy to determine the cause of death.”
Bella nodded, her mind already racing with possibilities. “I’ll need all the details you have—time of death, any known medical conditions, and information about the scene where he was found.”
The sergeant handed over a file, his eyes locking with hers. “We can provide all that. We just need your expertise to ensure we understand what happened. He deserves that much.”
“Absolutely,” Bella replied, her tone resolute. She flipped through the file, gathering the information, her focus sharpening as she began to piece together the circumstances surrounding Private Miller’s death.
Leo remained close, watching as Bella slipped into her work mode, her hands deftly handling the papers and tools she would need for the examination. “Let me know if you need anything, Bella,” he said, ensuring she felt supported.
As Bella prepared for the autopsy, she could feel the weight of the military personnel’s expectations on her shoulders. This was more than just a job; it was about finding the truth for a fallen soldier and providing answers for his family and comrades.
“Let’s get started,” Bella said, her voice steady. She led the way to the examination table, ready to uncover the mysteries surrounding Private Miller’s death, fully aware of the importance of her findings.
Bella's gaze sharpened as she looked up from the file. “Where’s the body? I need to examine him as soon as possible.”
The sergeant nodded, understanding the urgency in her tone. “We have him secured at the base. I can arrange for you both to come with us.”
Leo stepped forward, ready to assist. “We’re in. Bella will need her equipment. I can help her pack it up.”
As they gathered the necessary tools for the investigation, Bella felt a rush of adrenaline. This was her chance to make a real difference, to provide answers to the family and friends of Private Miller. She focused on the task at hand, selecting scalpels, gloves, and other essential items, ensuring she wouldn’t miss a single detail.
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An Unforgiving Love
RomanceCaptain Lucas Morani has just returned home after five grueling years of military service in Iraq, his mind constantly occupied by thoughts of the woman he left behind. But when he arrives to find his girlfriend has moved on with his own brother, th...
