London
The Same Day
“Good day, you’ve reached West End Central Station. How may I help you?”
The receptionist was busy fielding calls. Normally, calls involved security stops, business checks, requests for extra patrol, an alarm going off, or an abandoned vehicle. But she also served as the information hub for city residents. Her desk was on the bottom floor of the six-story building on Savile Row. On the top floor was the criminal investigative unit dealing with major incidents like the 999 call involving Dr. Shirvani.
“Yes, I can assist you.” The receptionist confirmed the assignment on her computer before letting the caller know. “Detective Inspector Brian Mosley is assigned that investigation. Do you want me to transfer you to his desk?”
The caller declined the invitation and abru
