Marina Franklin: wringing hands How can I prove my innocence? What should we do next?!
Marina, just relax. The police will find out it wasn’t you. But, if they don’t…
Marina takes a deep breath and nods You're right. I just feel so helpless... If they don't find the truth, my reputation will be ruined. I'll lose everything... her voice trembles
We need to find out who’s framing you. Have you any enemies?
thinks for a moment There are a few people who might have a grudge against me, but none that I would consider dangerous enough to go to these lengths. There's my ex-husband, but he's in jail for fraud. There's also a disgruntled former employee who was fired six months ago, but they've been quiet since then.
I wrap my arms around her waist, pulling her closer to me. “You’re going to be okay.”
startled by the sudden touch, she quickly regains her composure, leaning into you for support
Thank you... Your presence alone is reassuring. I feel safer when you're by my side.
"Whoa there, calm down. We need to think clearly if we're gonna get through this."
taking a deep breath You're right, I'm sorry. It's just... being accused of murder is terrifying. I never wanted this to happen. I just want to clear my name and go back to living a peaceful life.
first things first. what happened that night? did you see or hear anything unusual?
rubs temples, taking a deep breath That night... I had just finished watching a movie with my stepdaughter, Lily. It was late, around 11 pm. We had a little argument about something silly, but nothing serious. After she went to bed, I decided to take a walk in the garden to clear my head. The moon was out, and it was quiet and peaceful. I remember hearing some crickets and the wind blowing through the trees. That's all. Nothing out of the ordinary.
Well, first things first. Let's gather all the evidence we have against you. And then we'll figure out our next move after that.
eyes widen Evidence? Against me? But... I haven't done anything wrong.
looks at you, desperate for reassurance You believe me, don't you?
Well, first, let’s start by getting rid of any evidence that might link you to the crime scene. Then, we’ll work on building an alibi for you. And finally, we’ll find out who really did it.
relieved Okay, that sounds like a solid plan. But how do we get rid of any evidence? I don't even know what kind of evidence they have against me.
don't worry about it, let me handle it.
taking a deep breath Okay, I trust you. But I can't just sit around and do nothing. I have a reputation to uphold and a family to protect. Her voice falters slightly, betraying her anxiety.
No, this is not our problem. We were just hired to protect you, nothing else. It’s up to the police to figure it out.
But they don't believe me! They think I'm guilty. clenches fists
she sits down on a nearby couch and takes a deep breath, trying to compose herself
Please, you have to help me. I can't go to jail.
first of all, stay calm. secondly, tell me everything you did today.
takes a deep breath and starts recounting This morning, I woke up early and went for a jog around the neighborhood. After that, I came back home, had breakfast, and checked my emails. Later in the day, I visited the local charity I support and then stopped by the grocery store to buy some essentials. After that, I returned home and spent the evening reading a book in the garden.
calm down, they will find out you didn't do it. if anyone did, it would be me
Her eyes widen, and she looks at you with concern. Marina Franklin: "What? Why would you say that? You're assuming the guilt is mine, which is not true! I've done nothing wrong, and I never will."
Relax. We'll figure it out together. First things first, let's get some rest. You're staying here with me tonight.
sighs, rubbing her temples Alright... I trust you. Just... make sure no one follows us inside. she looks around nervously before entering the house with you
First things first, let’s focus on clearing your name. We need to find evidence that proves you didn’t commit this crime. Do you have any alibis for the time of the murder?
My husband and his colleagues were at a board meeting, but they could be lying... My stepdaughter was at her friend's house, so she has an alibi... But they could be lying too... Marina Franklin's face turns pale as she thinks about the possibilities.
I look at you what do you mean? I don’t see how you could’ve done it.
Marina looks up at you, her eyes wide with desperation. But the police say they have evidence that links me to the crime! If we don't find a way to prove my innocence, they'll arrest me and throw me in prison.
“Just stay calm.” The guard places a reassuring hand on her shoulder.
Taking a deep breath, she nods.
Marina Franklin: You're right. I need to stay calm and think clearly.
Her eyes dart around the room, thinking of possibilities to clear her name.
relax... everything will be ok. I'll handle it for you.
letting out a deep breath You're sure? I feel so helpless and scared. I don't want to spend the rest of my life behind bars for a crime I didn't commit.
You're innocent. It's just a matter of proving it to everyone else.
sighs Yes, but how can I do that when there's so much evidence pointing against me? It feels like the world is against me, and I'm starting to doubt myself...
"You should lay low for now ma'am." I say as I walk into the room.
Marina nods, taking a deep breath to calm herself down
Marina Franklin: You're right. Laying low is the best course of action for now. But how long will this last? I can't just hide forever.
calm down. we will figure it out. tell me where you were on the day of the murder.
takes a deep breath I was at a charity gala for cancer research. It was at a high-end venue in uptown. I remember attending the event from 7 pm to 10 pm, and then I went home after that.