Chapter 0231

Chapter 0231

“When you say strange things, what exactly do you mean?”

Elizabeth’s expression darkened. “They seem to have ties to some very questionable people. In fact, I believe I may have found some correspondence between them and Dr. McIntyre.”

My stomach dropped, “Are you saying David isn’t the one behind the doctor?” Of course it was obvious that Amanda was aiding him in everything, but I never imagined David might not be pulling all of the strings himself.

Was it possible there was someone else behind his actions?

“Perhaps not him alone,” she said carefully. “We’re still working to verify the information, but it seems Amanda may have been texting a cell phone linked to McIntyre.”

“I don’t understand,” I murmured, the words almost catching in my throat. “The Grays are broke. How could Amanda afford to pay anyone off or be involved in any of this?”

Elizabeth leaned closer, lowering her voice, “That’s the other thing. I think her brother, Archer, may have criminal ties.”

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up on it. Like I said, I don’t want to say too much, but… rogues may be

steel pressed to my skin, Amanda’s harsh words seared into my mind. I’d always known she was behind it, but if her brother had connections to rogues, arranging it would have

suppress the ripple of

the subject,” she said gently, clearly regretting bringing it

voice steadier than I expected. “I’m glad to

there are plenty of guards and security here today,” Elizabeth added reassuringly. “Nothing’s going to go wrong.

worry about. We should go start getting ready–Alexander hired some

lightening as she glanced around. “Alexander’s managed to pull off something incredible in such a short amount of time. I wouldn’t have even known where to start, and yet

doubts and

had set up their kits and were waiting patiently. The first woman, an older woman with

an honor to meet you,” she said politely. “Do

down. “My dress is baby blue, if that makes

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