His Ex Wife is A Billionaire (Evadne and Thaddeus)

Chapter 741

Mr. and Mrs. Abernathy’s expressions turning grave at the words.

“Either every time he committed a crime, he’d cover his tracks, leaving not a single clue. But that doesn’t look like what a typical desperado or high–level hitman could normally do.”

With his long, lean fingers stroking his jaw, Aaron analyzed in a calm manner, “Which leads me to believe he’s a hired gun from overseas.”

“If that’s the case, tracking him down just got a lot tougher. The guy probably vanished right after the job, might’ve already fled the country under a fake ID,” Thaddeus‘ eyes darkened with concern.

“Didn’t Lily catch a glimpse of his face? We could have her come down to the station tomorrow, try to sketch out a face from her memory. I can get one of the best profile artists from the state to come over and draw a composite.”

A sharp glint flashed in Aaron’s eyes, “With a portrait, we might just dredge up more leads. We can’t drag our feet on this; memories fade, and the sketch could end up all wrong. We need it fresh.”

Evadne and Thaddeus exchanged a glance, about to interject, when a sweet yet steady voice came from

behind them.

“I remember what he looks like.”

Aaron’s gaze snapped up. As Marilla, her slender form descending the staircase gracefully, came into view, his heart skipped a beat.

He rose hastily from the couch, feeling a sudden rush of warmth flood his veins.

Thaddeus‘ face lit up with realization, “Right, Marilla had a run–in with that guy too.”

Evadne’s lips pressed as she hurried over to Marilla, wrapping an arm around her shoulders with gentle concern, “Marilla, we’ll reach out to Lily tomorrow and let her do this. You don’t need to do anything or think about any of this. Just focus on getting better; that’s what matters most.”

seemingly untroubled on the surface, was grappling with the trauma of the incident and the

How could they possibly make her relive that pain, risking further harm to her already

he looked deeply into her

I

as possible as I can. Besides, I also want that man caught, and want to uncover the sinister plot behind all this. To find out who’s pulling the strings behind the

Jareth.”

kept the details from her, yet her keen mind

as she spoke of Jareth, clearly still deeply in love. He could tell she loved

began, a note of surprise in his voice, “Marilla,

time.” Marilla cut him off immediately, forcing a small smile, “He’s always looked after me, indulged me, sacrificed for me. I want to do what I can

the word. But he harbored no thoughts of taking advantage; there was no joy

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tears. Thaddeus sensed her emotional turmoil and took her hand, pressing it to his chest in silent comfort.

his presence exuding a potent

up with her

for offering to help, Marilla. Tomorrow I’ll wait for you at the station. Have your brother and sister–in–law bring you,” Aaron’s heart softened, the urge to caress her head almost overpowering but he resisted, his hands clenching tight secretly by his sides, veins in them

I can draw him,” Marilla’s lips parted

three of them

impression on me. No matter how much time passes, I won’t forget his face.” Marilla took a deep breath to steady herself, “I’m rather good at portraiture. I think instead of describing him, it would be more precise

without distractions, they left her to draw

finally broke the silence, “Evadne, did Marilla and

her beautiful eyes, “But I suspect Jareth won’t let go easily.

his voice strained,