The music started, and every guest turned toward the entrance. Landon straightened his jacket and smiled. Richard folded his hands confidently, expecting to see Sophie appear beneath the stained-glass windows.
Instead, the massive cathedral doors swung open and a team of federal agents stepped inside. Behind them came investigators carrying sealed evidence boxes and thick folders.
Whispers spread through the crowd like wildfire. Richard immediately stood. “What is the meaning of this?” he demanded. An agent calmly handed him a warrant before moving farther down the aisle.
Within seconds, the celebration transformed into chaos. Guests exchanged stunned looks while investigators approached both Richard and Landon in full view of everyone-
