Fiscal: The Hidden Thread

Second short story in the Fiscal series.

Advocate Depute David Maclean is an experienced prosecutor navigating the pressures of Scotland's legal system. When he uncovers a crucial piece of exculpatory evidence in a high-profile workplace violence case, he faces an impossible choice: seek justice and risk undermining the Lord Advocate's mandate or remain silent and secure a conviction at any cost. As the weight of the system presses down on him, David is forced to confront the cracks in the Crown Office, where winning and reputations often take priority over truth. In a world where justice can be sacrificed for political success, how far will David go to protect his career-and what will be the cost?