Chapter 17: Court Part 6

The police station loomed large in front of me, its imposing structure exuding an air of oppression. The smell of stale coffee and sweat hung heavy in the air, making my stomach churn. I had always known that many injustices began within these walls, and although I didn't think all cops were bad, there were certainly some individuals whose crimes were particularly egregious.

As I approached the entrance, my heart pounding in my chest, I was stunned to see a man about Eddie's age who was just as handsome. He was dressed in a sharp suit, the fabric of his jacket shimmering slightly in the fluorescent light. His dark hair was perfectly coiffed, not a strand out of place, and he exuded an air of confidence that was impossible to ignore.

The man caught my eye and smiled, heading straight towards me. I felt a jolt of recognition, but I couldn't quite place him. His eyes were a piercing blue, and they seemed to see right through me.

"Luna, this is Gery," Eddie said, extending his hand to the