Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem

Chapter 222

Elliot had pulled a fast one on him, declaring he’d already retrieved the items during the day.

Without waiting for Gideon’s response, he sent another message.

[The person you’re looking into? I’ve got a lead. I’ll hand over what I’ve found about him in a couple of days.]

[Much appreciated.]

Gideon’s confidant responded politely before turning to Gideon, “Sir, it seems we were mistaken. This Mr. E isn’t the assailant from last night. He had already taken what was needed during daylight.”

Gideon frowned, puzzled. “But the spot where Allegra was found is exactly where we stored the items. It’s too coincidental.”

E chose that spot for its seclusion, and naturally, the attacker

moment of contemplation, Gideon nodded. “Alright, let’s set this matter aside for now. We’ve got a lead on Mr. E. Make sure our assets

is coming up next month. Traditionally, the entire Bradford family ventures into the woods for the ceremony. Given Elijah’s condition last year… it nearly ended in disaster. Should we still inform him about

was stern, “He is the sole heir to the Bradford legacy. He’s our future. Skipping such a crucial family tradition is out of the question. Let him face ridicule or disdain; I don’t care. As long as he’s breathing, that’s all that matters. It’s

City was besieged by relentless rain,

after Zane’s departure. The combination of fear, stress, and being caught in

It was a simple existence, oscillating

argument with Elysia, Tarquin had been in a foul mood. Elijah’s refusal to eat properly, even shunning the meals he prepared, only

affected everyone around

anger into his work rather than away from it. Normally, the office would empty at half–past five, following Tarquin’s departure. Lately, his extended hours kept everyone on edge, afraid to

His team struggled to keep