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Academy Murders: Mind Glide. Content Warning.
The locks clicked. Brenda walked through Kim’s hotel room. “Love what—” Brenna started. Kim waved a finger. “No.” “Okay let’s get to the thick of this. You’re going to continue the investigation for a few more weeks. The judge will let you be the one who will evaluate evidence and hunt for clues like you’ve been doing. But after that, you’ll be able to do nothing but watch me defend you.”
By Skyler Saunders2 years ago in Criminal
The Lunch Thief. Top Story - December 2023.
I know it’s petty, but quite frankly I think the frequency my lunch is disappearing out of the office fridge is beyond accident or coincidence and if it is targeted I would like to know who the culprit is. I have tried being polite about it, clear labelling, notes on the fridge, even an email to the people on my floor here but to no avail. Therefore I have decided to take matters into my own hands and investigate it. There is part of me thinks it’s my own fault eating so late in the day, often round 2pm but I don’t think it’s an excuse.
By Simon Curtis2 years ago in Criminal
Shadows of Deceit. Content Warning.
Detective James "Jimmy" Malone sighed as he pushed open the heavy glass door of the Blue Moon Lounge. It was a dimly lit joint with a flickering neon sign outside that seemed to be on the verge of giving up. The air inside was thick with the stench of cigarette smoke and regret.
By Lucas2 years ago in Criminal
Murder Close to Home. Top Story - December 2023.
Cathy arrived back at their apartment at 6:30 am like she always does after her night shift at the club. There was blood everywhere and Beth was on the floor in the bedroom. The phone laying beside her as if she had tried to call for help. Her pajamas were bloody and torn. One TV was missing along with Beth’s laptop computer. Without thinking the killer could still be there, Cathy looked around before dialing 911.
By Barbara Gode Wiles2 years ago in Criminal
The Crimson Heist. Content Warning.
Detective Jack Keller's footsteps echoed in the desolate alleyways of Veridion, a city once bustling with life, now shrouded in the ominous aftermath of the Crimson Heist. The stolen artwork, a masterpiece worth millions, had become the city's haunting specter, a symbol of the infamous criminal mastermind's audacity. The Crimson Phantom had resurfaced after years in the shadows, plunging Veridion into a state of fear and chaos.
By GojoTheWriter2 years ago in Criminal
Academy Murders: Slay Dragons. Content Warning.
“You said, ‘No,’ right?” Yawquisha asked. Her inquisitiveness underlined in her voice. “I did,” Kim replied. “If you were not already embroiled in the investigation, there would have been some room for your ability to represent yourself.”
By Skyler Saunders2 years ago in Criminal
Terror at Montiel Mansion
The wind whispered through the trees of the leafy garden of the Montiel Mansion, an imposing construction shrouded in mystery and secrets deep in the hills. The moonlight barely filtered through the branches, creating shadows that danced on the stone facade. The mansion, a monument to the enigma, seemed to hold centuries of untold stories.
By Roily2 years ago in Criminal
Academy Murders: On the TV. Top Story - December 2023. Content Warning.
Doors closed. Lights flashed. Footsteps pounded against gravel. Not giving a damn about her ankle monitor, Kim tracked down the suspect who just ran down the hall from her hotel room.
By Skyler Saunders2 years ago in Criminal
Silent Shadows
Title: Silent Shadows Chapter 1: The Disappearance Detective Sarah Parker stared at the missing person's poster pinned to the bulletin board in her small, cluttered office. The photograph showed a young woman with a warm smile, her eyes filled with hope. The name beneath the picture read: Emily Sullivan, Age 25, Last Seen Three Days Ago.
By Mohammad Ebrahim2 years ago in Criminal
The Rise Of Kairos
In the heart of the mystical realm of Wildwood, a kingdom steeped in legend and valor, the passing of a torch has marked the beginning of a new era. Orion Wildwood, the venerable ruler, whose reign was synonymous with courage and wisdom, has transitioned the mantle of leadership to his worthy successor, his son, Kairos Wildwood. The kingdom, once under the benevolent rule of Orion, now stands witness to the dawn of Kairos' tenure—a time of challenges embraced and adversaries conquered.
By Mustafa Ali2 years ago in Criminal
Odditorium
An unusual caravan of travelers slipped into town under the cover of night. It wasn’t until the next morning that the residents noticed a new encampment along the river bank which ran through the center of town. People were brimming with curiosity as they made their way to the campsite. Signs lined the pathway, depicting odd-looking creatures of all shapes and sizes. An enormous banner hanging between the two main tents welcomed one and all to the Odditorium.
By Mark Gagnon2 years ago in Criminal
Academy Murders: Bitters. Content Warning.
The site where the letter opener punctured her chest felt tender. To touch it still seemed sore and raw. When Kim didn’t realize it, she touched it and she drove her mind while poring over documents related to the case.
By Skyler Saunders2 years ago in Criminal