THE KOLKATA SHADOWS | Chapter 4: The Advocate's Confession
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THE KOLKATA SHADOWS | Chapter 4: The Advocate's Confession
The Indigo flight to Delhi hit turbulence over Jharkhand, but Vikram barely noticed. He was too absorbed in the case files spread across his tray table—crime scene photographs, witness statements, and the haunting images of Devika's diary entries. The woman in the middle seat kept glancing at the photos nervously, probably wondering if she'd sat next to a serial killer or just a very dedicated policeman. Priya had stayed behind in Kolkata to coordinate with the forensics team and keep an eye on Commissioner Ghosh. Before boarding, she'd sent Vikram a text: Commissioner requested leave of absence. Said he needs to "settle family affairs." Deputy Commissioner denied it. Ghosh looked like he might cry. A senior police officer on the verge of tears. Whatever secrets Debashish Ghosh carried, they were eating him alive from the inside. Vikram's phone buzzed as the plane touched down at Indira Gandhi International. Delhi Police Inspector Meera Kapadia: We're waitin…