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The Arrest

Author: Shari Vibes
last update Last Updated: 2025-01-22 20:39:25

It was a beautiful Monday morning. The trees swayed gently in the breeze, as if greeting the start of a new day. The streets of Beverly Hills were calm yet vibrant, with polished cars gleaming under the sunlight. The aroma of fresh coffee lingered in the air from nearby cafes, mingling with the scent of blooming flowers in the gardens. The neighborhood exuded a peacefulness that felt almost dreamlike, as though everything was just a little too perfect.

But this peace didn’t extend to Charlie’s home. The small household was awake early, seeing their boss off on a trip to New York City. Melissa had just walked him out, reminding him to be careful and to return soon. His car rolled out of the driveway, and Melissa smiled as though she had just won a Grammy award.

“Don’t miss him too much; he’ll be back soon,” Ms. Martha teased as they walked back inside.

“And why would I miss my boss?” Melissa shot back, glaring at her. “As long as my salary keeps coming, I’m fine.”

“Says the woman wavin
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