From Heartbreak to Happily Ever After

Chapter 688

Debra came straight to the point. “Since Mr. Hardy is aware of the situation, please take me to see

Michael,”

The officer nodded, jumping to his feet. “Of course, everything’s ready. Right this way, Ms. Frazier.”

He led her through a maze of corridors until they reached the interrogation room. Michael had been locked up for days now.

His once–clean–shaven face was covered with rough stubble, and dark circles hung beneath his eyes.

The moment he saw Debra enter, he shot to his feet. The guards at the door stepped forward, ready to intervene if necessary.

“Ms. Frazier, you can speak with him here,” the officer said. “We’ll be right outside if you need anything.”

Debra said calmly, “No need. I’m here to take him with me.”

“Uh, that’s

“Michael is an artist under the McKinney Group. Our lawyers have been negotiating with you for days. If he assaulted someone, we’ll pay damages. But

to contain his frustration, interjected, didn’t

“If he didn’t lay a hand on

voice faltered, “Well, the evidence isn’t conclusive, and the victim is

so–called victim? I’d love to

Pedro had conveniently disappeared, leaving him to handle this volatile situation. Dealing with Debra was

here, and I’ll talk

The officer still

had already instructed them to get to the bottom of it. But the other victim refused to relent.

she could offer

that I’m not an easy person to deal with. I’ve given you a way

finally gave in. “Alright, I’ll bring

the chair. “But I have limited time. If the person isn’t here in half an hour, I’ll take Michael and

bring them over,” replied the officer, instructing the guards to keep an