All Chapters of I Turned Myself Over To The Police: Chapter 1 - Chapter 8

Sophie, who had been pointing at my nose and ranting moments ago, froze. She stared at the settlement agreement in her hands in disbelief. The nearby police officer was also stunned. He remained silent as I transferred 50,000 dollars into Sophie’s account without hesitation. The crowd’s perception of me shifted instantly. I went from being seen as a deadbeat to a reasonable person in the blink of an eye. Everyone was left speechless. They could not understand why I seemed like a completely different person after just one phone call. It was as though I had been anticipating that call the entire time. I ignored the bewildered stares around. I got into my car and drove away. As I checked my phone, I noticed countless missed calls and messages from my mother. I decided to listen to a few of her voice messages. “Why are you doing this? Chloe was such a sweet girl. She loved you so much. Why would you hurt her?” “Even if you’re my daughter, I can’t protect you anymore. This tim

“David and Margaret are going crazy trying to find Chloe. Look at how devastated Emily is. Do you really have the heart to do this to a child and to them?” The relatives criticized me all at once. It was clear that they believed Emily’s lies. I frowned and said calmly, “I don’t know what you’re talking about. I’ve never even seen Chloe.” David, who had been standing nearby, said, “What more are you going to say? Do you want me to bring out the evidence? I never thought you could be this vicious!” David was so furious that it seemed like he might charge at me and slap me right then. But I was not worried. I calmly took a settlement agreement out of my bag. “I’ve been at the police station since yesterday. How could I have hurt Chloe? I have a solid alibi.” I opened the settlement agreement in front of everyone. Emily’s face instantly darkened. I ignored her feelings and said without hesitation, “My landlord and neighbors can confirm that I’ve been at the police station.

“What do you want?” I asked in annoyance. I did not bother to hide my irritation. I was not in the mood to talk to her. Emily, acting completely out of character, walked up to me and grabbed my hand with unusual warmth. “I know I’ve been a terrible mother,” she said. “I’ve been reflecting on my mistakes at home. I want to sincerely apologize for everything I’ve done wrong. “Chloe is your niece. If you’re upset or resentful, take it out on me. Just don’t involve an innocent child. “I’ve already pleaded on your behalf. Your brother and sister-in-law have forgiven you. Come home with me. I’ve made a nice meal for you,” she said with a forced smile. That fake smile sent a chill down my spine. Without a moment’s hesitation, I yanked my hand free and stepped back in disgust.“What are you trying to do? Are you trying to drive me crazy?” Even after being her daughter for over twenty years, I could not figure out what scheme she was brewing. But one thing was for sure. She was up

Emily raised her chin smugly and was about to speak when David stopped her. “I know exactly what you’re trying to do. You’ve got your phone in your pocket and are ready to record us, right? Well, I’m not saying anything!” Emily was startled and quickly covered her mouth. She looked me up and down with a malicious gaze. I laughed bitterly before pulling out my phone from my pocket and handing it to them. “I just want to know the truth. There’s no need to get so defensive.” They relaxed once they took the phone. Emily looked pretty smug as she started talking. “We’re not just after your house. “We plan to give Chloe away anyway. After all, what’s the use of a girl? Taking care of her for five years was more than enough. “I did plan to make Chloe disappear at your rental apartment. That way, it would be sold at a huge discount at the auction. “Then, David would move in. After a few years, when he has a son, we’d save that house for my grandson to use when he gets married