He seemed to realize that the situation was no longer under Derek’s control.
My father’s security officers positioned themselves between Victor and the guests.
“Mr. Raines,” one of them said, “you need to remain where you are.”
Victor frowned.
“Who are you?”
Before anyone answered, uniformed police officers appeared near the entrance.
Investigators had already been working from the evidence gathered that morning, and our legal team had informed them that people connected to the apartment incident were now at the hotel.
An officer approached Victor.
“Sir, we need to speak with you concerning an incident reported earlier today.”
Victor glanced toward Derek.
For a moment, he looked as though he might argue.
Then he saw the other officers positioned near the doors.
His expression hardened.
He said nothing.
The two men accompanying him were instructed to remain in place while officers confirmed their identities and their involvement.
