Chapter 51: Allies in the Shadows

I find myself in a room that resembles a detective's den from a noir film. The dim lighting casts long shadows on the walls, and stacks of papers create a maze of information. Ron, Fulu, and I huddle together, our faces a mix of determination and exhaustion. It's time to strengthen our legal defence, and we've enlisted the help of a new ally—Fulu, the investigator with a knack for finding needles in haystacks.

Fulu, with her sharp wit and a keen eye for detail, adds a touch of levity to our otherwise sombre surroundings. As we pour over mountains of documents, she unleashes her dry humour, lightening the atmosphere in a way only she can. She jokes about how we should be awarded honorary detective badges for our tireless efforts and claims that deciphering legal jargon should be an Olympic sport. Her infectious laughter fills the room, momentarily lifting the weight off our shoulders.

But beneath the humour, there's a steely determination in Fulu's eyes. She knows the stakes are high,