Chapitre 72: Chapter 72

“My identification, your Honor,” Chuck said, handing the bailiff his credentials. The judge inspected them and handed them back.

“Sergeant Carter,” the judge started, “this will not cut into your duties here?”

“No, your Honor, I can be back by tomorrow at noon.”

The judge took a deep breath. “I am releasing Ms. Cameron Andrews to the United States government, as represented by Agent Paul Tarelli of the CIA, who will be aided in transport by Sergeant Chuck Carver of the Vermont State Police,” the judge decreed as she pounded her gavel on its block.

There was soft talk around the courtroom. The judge pounded her gavel on its block again and said. “Order in the court.”

Pauly immediately handcuffed Cam’s hands behind her back.

“Good luck, Agent Tarelli.”