Sophia steered the car, with Tina in the passenger seat, leaving the studio behind. After about thirty minutes, they pulled up in front of a sprawling suburban

mansion.

As they walked towards the entrance, Tina couldn't help but look around in awe. "These mansions must cost a fortune. Looks like we're dealing with a high-roller," she remarked.

Sophia remained silent.

Upon entering, they were greeted by Estelle, who emerged from the direction of the living room. Tina, a bit surprised, quickly switched to a respectful tone to greet Estelle.

Estelle nodded slightly and said to Sophia, "Connor will be here any minute!"

As they moved further inside, Sophia inquired, "Where did you find him?"

"H City!" came Estelle's reply.

Sophia was taken aback. "If he's not the culprit, why is he hiding?"

"Maybe he knows who is, but he's scared of them. Doesn't want to confront them, so he's laying low for now," Estelle reasoned.

nodded thoughtfully, "Makes

been quietly listening, turned to Sophia and asked, "So, the person framing you

Sophia repeated her earlier

buzzed

was from Jason, asking what time she'd be off work. Over there, it was just the crack of dawn, and he was

home late. I'll call you then." Jason replied, "Estelle's at the

"Yep."

then. Have a good chat. Try to get

"Got it!"

"Jason?" Estelle inquired.

Sophia nodded. "He's still in the dark. I don't plan

calm yet firm. "Right, Jason's

out of this and

was

the middle, flanked by two towering figures who escorted him in and pushed him lightly towards Estelle, saying respectfully, "Ma'am, we've

their effort with a nod.

retreated to the side, their

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