Chapter 13

Summary

• The protagonist is uncomfortable in the back of a police cruiser, observing the surroundings and trying to distract herself with the view outside.
• They quickly arrive at a police station where the protagonist feels the scrutinizing gaze of the officers.
• Detective Stark begins the interrogation without offering refreshments, an act signifying a more serious tone than previous encounters.
• The detective confronts the protagonist about a toxicology report involving Mr. Black and drugs, leading to a discussion about the cause of death, which remains uncertain.
• The protagonist experiences a flashback of Mr. Black's lifeless body and struggles to maintain composure.
• As Detective Stark pressures the protagonist about her knowledge, the protagonist holds her ground, emphasizing her ethical views on the importance of individuals.
• Inquiries about the protagonist's job and her feelings about it lead to an unexpected moment of similarity between her and the detective.
• Detective Stark reveals that they've found connections between the protagonist and Giselle Black, contradicting previous statements about their relationship.
• The protagonist reflects on her relationship with Giselle and the dynamic with her co-workers while trying to protect both herself and Giselle.
• Detective Stark attempts to expose the protagonist's secrets, particularly focusing on a special gift from Giselle.
• In the course of the conversation, the protagonist defends her rights and privacy when confronted with an intrusion into her locker.
• The protagonist is identified as a person of interest in Mr. Black's death, a role she finds familiar but unjust.
• Detective Stark warns the protagonist to remain available for further inquiries and not to leave the country, emphasizing her suspicions.
• The protagonist is frustrated by vague instructions and clarifies her freedom to continue daily activities while being monitored by the police.
• The chapter ends with the detective warning the protagonist that they are keeping an eye on her and the protagonist expressing her deep understanding of "dirt," both literally and metaphorically.