Ellinor willingly cooperated with the cops, and although Theo was far from thrilled, he didn't say anything else, respecting her decision.
So, Ellinor's hands were cuffed up by the police.
At the same time, they posted a guard at her hospital room door, temporarily restricting her freedom of movement.
Since Ellinor's condition required IV treatment, the cops didn't immediately start questioning her.
The police put humane treatment first, listened to the doctor's advice, and agreed to let her finish her treatment before the interrogation began.
Ellinor had the breakfast Theo had sent over and managed to have a little snooze while she was being treated.
In the afternoon, the police started the questioning.
According to the rules, nobody else was allowed to be present during the interrogation, so Theo was asked to leave the room.
Theo's presence was a sticky wicket for the police.
Ellinor asked him to leave, and Theo only picked up his jacket from the couch and left.
...
Theo stood by the hospital room door, observing what was happening inside through the little glass window.
"Theo..."
Patricia's voice came from behind him.
At the same time, she gently tugged at his shirt sleeve.
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