My Parents Called Me At 2 A.M. On Christmas Eve Screaming For $20,000 …

I’m here to meet with Detective Ramirez.”

Officer Ramirez appeared from the back hallway. He looked from me to Tanner, who was currently being led down the hall in handcuffs, and then to my parents.

“Mr. Hayes,” Ramirez said. “Please come with me.”

I started to walk toward the secure door.

Dad grabbed my arm.

His grip was tight. Painful.

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