Fiscal: The Scales of Truth

First short story in the Fiscal series.

In the quiet, shadowed office above a courthouse in the Lothians, Procurator Fiscal Advocate Depute Fiona McGregor faces a case that could define her career - and test her integrity. A powerful man stands accused of years of harassment, and the evidence against him seems damning. But as Fiona delves deeper into the investigation, disturbing inconsistencies emerge. The narrative of victim and perpetrator begins to unravel, revealing a web of manipulation and deceit that shakes her faith in the system she serves.

With the weight of justice pressing down on her shoulders, and under pressure from her superiors to secure a conviction, Fiona must navigate the murky waters of truth and lies. How far will she go to uphold the principles of justice when the stakes are this high?