“I’m innocent! I didn’t do any of it! Let go of me! Bernie, help me!” Fiona panicked. Her hairpin fell to the ground, leaving her hair in disarray as she struggled to break free from the handcuffs.

Two policemen had to hold Fiona in place as she continued to scream and thrash. “We have to take her away now.”

Bernie lowered his eyes and remained silent. He didn’t know how to defend Fiona.

Bernie was more shocked than anyone else when he learned what had happened. He had lost all trust in Fiona. The charges made him wonder if he had married a devil.

Bernie’s stomach churned with unease. He didn’t know whether he hated Fiona or not. “I have nothing to say,” he finally said, waving his hand.

“Bernie, let me explain! They are accusing me of a crime I didn’t commit. Think about all the things I have done for this family. I’m Jocelyn’s mother, for God’s sake!” Fiona shouted hysterically. Tears flowed through her thick foundation, leaving a black streak.

into the house. Sounds of heels clicking on the floor reverberated across the room.

did my mother do? Why

had no clue

police ignored her and

had collapsed on the sofa. His face had turned pale. “Dad, what’s going on? Why have

as his heart sank with dejection. “That’s it,” he croaked. “This is the end

wall clock blared loudly. Jocelyn’s heart trembled. It seemed like a warning from God, stating the day of

problems

had collapsed. She threw her bag down on the

wasn’t worried that her mother was arrested. She only cared

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