Carrie Complies

"That sounds great, Slim," Carrie said truthfully.

"Great. I'll be back soon." He disappeared. Carrie felt she had made another grave mistake.

***

"Okay, Ms. Hall, I'm giving you 18 years in state prison. The earliest you'll be entitled to parole is ... 9 years from now. And a fine of $50,000."

Carrie sighed. This was definitely her darkest path.