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

who had been quietly listening, turned to Sophia and asked, "So,

there," Sophia repeated her

buzzed with a

dawn, and he was oblivious to the turmoil

texted back, "Hanging out with Estelle, will be home late. I'll call you then." Jason replied,

"Yep."

chat. Try to get home early

"Got it!"

"Jason?" Estelle inquired.

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

firm. "Right, Jason's got his own

of this and handle it

was a knock

flanked by two towering figures who escorted him in and pushed

a nod.

to the side, their silent presence adding a chill to the

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