Chapter 368 Joseph Wanted to Take Advantage of You?

The call was not on speakerphone, but Xavia leaned in closer, catching a few keywords that piqued her curiosity.

Chloe, police, lawyer…

The fragments of the conversation gave her an inkling that something involving Chloe had gone wrong.

Joseph ended the call, his brow furrowed with concern.

“Joe, what’s happened?” Xavia asked.

Joseph’s voice carried heavy weight as he replied, “There’s something I need to attend to. I have to go.”

“But…the doctor isn’t finished yet. Aren’t you worried about the baby’s health?”

His gaze fell on her still–flat belly. “Contact Lucas if something comes up.” With that, he stood up and left.

Xavia’s hands clenched tightly, her frustration and resentment boiling within her. “They’re already divorced. Why is she still trying to steal my man? What a two–faced bitch!”

At the police station, Chloe was brought into the interrogation room. The situation was clear- cut. Aaron had disregarded her suggestion and continued to push the workers into overtime as he pleased. The purchase of necessary safety equipment was neglected, and the wages were delayed. Tragically, one of the workers lost their life due to issues with the safety rope.

A chilling sensation swept over Chloe, her mind filled with regret. If only she had been more present at the construction site, perhaps she could have prevented such a tragedy. She had focused her energy on the company, believing that minor accidents were an unfortunate norm in the construction industry. She never anticipated such a severe incident that would lead to a loss of life.

Soon after, the families of the workers arrived. Among them was a middle–aged woman, her eyes swollen from crying, accompanied by a seven or eight–year–old child. As her gaze met Chloe’s, a mix of hatred and anger emanated from her. Chloe’s composure shattered as the woman unleashed her fury, physically and verbally attacking her. Thankfully, the police. intervened swiftly, preventing any significant harm.

unease. She contemplated the woman’s words, feeling the weight of her responsibility. “Please, express your demands. I’ll do everything in my power to

back! Can you

her head, her voice filled

reach a settlement, resulting in Chloe being temporarily

the station as soon as he received a call from Joseph. He instructed his

wait passively and called out to a nearby officer, “Excuse me, could you please return my phone? I need to contact my lawyer.”

officer glanced at her and

station. “Joe has contacted Samuel

Samuel. Stay put. No one will dare to bully you,” he

her heart filled with mixed emotions. “Joseph…knows about my situation?”

he called me this morning,” Tyson replied, unaware of their current circumstances. ” Don’t worry too much. Just wait patiently for updates. Joe cares about you and

smiled bitterly.

was surprised.

months ago.”

was brought in not long ago. Are you

Chloe looked up, a bit

to harm you. Luckily, Joe caught her in the act and

almond–shaped eyes widened slightly. “When exactly was she brought in?”

and provided her

It was complex and overwhelming. What was her place in Joseph’s heart? He protected

I see Ava?” she asked.

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