Shadows of Deception( chapter 2)

A Twist of Fate

Just as Victor began to manipulate the lock, a sudden click echoed through the hallway, alerting the team to an unexpected development. A security guard, John Matheson, who had decided to work overtime, appeared from around the corner.

John was a former detective with an impeccable record, haunted by the unsolved case that had forced him to leave the force. Seeing the disguised criminals, he sensed an opportunity for redemption and a chance to solve the one case that had consumed his life.

Without missing a beat, Ethan stepped forward, his voice smooth and reassuring. He introduced himself as a government agent investigating a potential breach of security at the bank. John, desperate to prove himself, fell for Ethan's ruse, believing him to be an ally. Ethan convinced John to assist them, playing to his desire for justice.