My parents spun around, their faces contorted with fury.
"Nadine! What is she talking about?!" my father demanded.
Panic surged through me. I shook my head frantically, tears spilling down my cheeks.
"Mom, Dad, I would never hurt my sister! You have to believe me!"
Before they could respond, the door swung open, and a uniformed officer stepped in, his expression grave.
"We've uncovered the truth about Kathy's abduction," he announced. "She is suspected of human trafficking and intentional poisoning. She needs to come with us for further investigation."
The pride that had been gleaming in Kathy’s eyes just moments ago shattered. Her face drained of color as she let out a frantic scream.
"Impossible! What nonsense are you spouting?!"
