Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

Chapter 2395

With years of experience as a criminal investigator and a naturally sharp mind, Cyrus' instincts flared the moment he heard Rio's question.

Gabe slammed the table, his voice a thunderclap of rage. 'Rio Olson! What nonsense are you spouting? Have I been too lenient with you? Dr. Gillis is a doctor, and I'm a police chief. How would I know her? Stop letting your imagination run wild!"

Gabe's face flushed crimson as he glared at Rio.

Unmoved, Rio stared back, confusion etched on his face. "Then why are you stopping me from investigating Sheryl by the book? I don't get it.

"Jasper's test results were positive, and we found drugs hidden in his office. That alone suggests drug abuse. To secure a conviction, we need to trace his supplier. Otherwise, this case will collapse in court.

"Let's not forget-Jasper's attorney is Steven Lynch, a top-tier ex-judge who's handled multiple high-profile cases."

the conversation. But Rio's raised voice carried clearly, as did Gabe's agitated outbursts. Years of interrogating criminals had taught Cyrus that such agitation often betrayed a deeper connection. Why else would someone get so

can't convict Jasper for possession, but we've proven he used drugs. That's enough to close the

this isn't just about Jasper. We're cracking down on Crystal Ice-a drug as dangerous as crystal meth was

had been rivals for years, their disdain for each other mutual. Cyrus had always seen

claiming the substances in his system came from illicit medications. That's different from narcotics use. If he produces evidence to support his claim, our case against him

glare hardened. "If he had such evidence, he'd have shown it by now. Stop chasing shadows. We've proven drug abuse. That's

escape Rio. Moments ago, he'd called her 'Dr. Gillis". Now it was just "Sheryl", as if the familiarity had slipped out unintentionally. Suspicion coiled tighter in Rio's mind. Gabe's priority didn't

his own doubts deepen.

hallway, breaking Cyrus' concentration. He straightened instantly, forcing a

froze when they heard that Cyrus was just

it. Do as I

but obeyed,