A locksmith arrived and immediately began replacing the locks on the front door. The police officers remained nearby, quietly observing as the work continued. Everything was handled professionally and without unnecessary conflict.
Margaret became increasingly upset as she realized no one intended to stop the process. She demanded that someone call Ethan immediately, convinced he would fix everything the moment he arrived. Her voice echoed through the house.
One of the officers calmly reminded her that the matter was civil, not criminal. Since I was the legal homeowner, I had every right to secure my property. There was nothing the police needed to prevent.
My lawyer then handed Margaret a formal written notice. It explained that she had a limited amount of time to collect her belongings and arrange another place to stay. She accepted the papers with trembling hands-
