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."

clearly, as did Gabe's agitated outbursts. Years of interrogating criminals had taught

expression cold. "We can't convict Jasper for possession, but we've

as crystal meth was in

disdain for each other mutual. Cyrus had always seen

"Jasper denies taking drugs, claiming the substances in his system came from illicit medications. That's different from narcotics use. If he produces evidence to

shown it by now. Stop chasing shadows. We've

Gabe's tone didn't escape Rio. Moments ago, he'd called her 'Dr. Gillis". Now it was just "Sheryl", as if the familiarity had slipped

doubts deepen.

A voice called from the hallway, breaking Cyrus' concentration. He straightened instantly,

Rio and Gabe froze when they heard that Cyrus was just

the conversation. That's it. Do

obeyed, pushing open