“Why on earth would I ever consider attempting to kidnap that foolish whore?! I was solely interested in the money she had. Why would I want to kill her if she can make me money for the rest of my life? I’m not stupid to put myself into trouble.”

The words John used made the officer want to smack John across the face, yet doing so would be against the law. Therefore, he maintained his composure and continued to inquire. “However, according to the findings of our investigation, those kidnappers have previously communicated with you. If it wasn’t you who sent them, then it had to be someone in your...