Denial and Desperation
The bar’s atmosphere grew thick with tension. Steve’s face turned a shade paler, his eyes widening in disbelief. “That wasn’t a confession!
I was just… talking,” he stammered, his voice quivering. Desperation was evident in his eyes as he looked around, seeking an ally, a way out. “
You can’t just arrest me based on a conversation!” he exclaimed, his voice echoing in the now silent bar.