Stella Lockhart lies in a stiff hospital bed, her body aching from the beating she barely walked away from. The chart outside her room lists it all—concussion, broken ribs, a fractured arm, deep bruises, and stitches across her brow. She exhales sharply, swallowing back frustration and pain, knowing damn well she should’ve listened to the captain. Renata warned her. Stay away from Nicole Velasquez. But now, the dirty cop still walks free, the evidence is gone, and Stella is left paying the price for her mistake.

Author's note:

Hi! I'm Athruz. I hope you enjoy part 2 of this character. I think I rewrote it about 10 times over the past few weeks. I was never quite satisfied with it. In a few days I'll probably hate it all over again. That's why I just need to put it out there, and hopefully you enjoy it.

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