Chapter 6 - Federal Indictments

Penelope threw her diamond bouquet at his chest.
Spencer stumbled backward, catching the flowers clumsily.
The wedding transformed into a total circus disaster.
The heavy iron security gates at driveway opened.
Two black federal SUVs drove up the road.
They stopped directly beside the outdoor reception tent.
Four armed federal marshals stepped out decisively.
They carried heavy briefcases and official court folders.
Guests scattered like frightened birds from path.
Spencer froze in sheer terror as marshals approached.
He knew those uniforms meant federal criminal indictments.
Special Agent Vance walked straight up to me.
He nodded respectfully, tipping his cap politely.
"Afternoon, Mrs. Bennett. Are we clear?"
"Proceed, Agent Vance," I answered steadily.
Agent Vance turned toward Spencer Bennett with cuffs.
"Spencer Bennett, you are under federal arrest."
"You are charged with securities fraud today."
The words hit Spencer like a hammer blow.
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He dropped to his knees on grass.
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