Love Beyond the Mask by Adelaide Sinclair

Chapter 302

In the dimly lit waiting room, Whitney, sporting a pair of chic black glasses, made her entrance and was soon face to face with Jaxon, accompanied by the district attorney. After the attorney went through the procedural questions and stepped out early, Jaxon, handcuffed, fixed his gaze on Whitney.

It didn't take long for him to sense something off and recognize her. His face darkened, the stubble of several days adding a menacing edge to his features. "Whitney, you've got some nerve showing up!"

He was furious, blaming Whitney for his failed attempt to flee the country.

Jaxon scoffed loudly, calling out, "Officer! There's an intruder here trying to threaten me..."

"Jaxon, I'm just a woman with no ill intentions. I wouldn't be here if it weren't for something critical concerning you," Whitney said, swiftly slipping on a pair of gloves and covering his mouth to mute his protests. After ensuring he was quiet, she released him.

"Did the Bartels family pay you a visit this afternoon? Promised to keep you quiet with the police, offering you a mansion and a fortune? Assuring that your family and Uncle Lyle's folks would be well taken care of?" she asked directly.

Jaxon stared at her intently. Indeed, the lawyer sent by Zane Bartels had made such promises, including a significant share in the Bartels Group's assets!

And, of course, there were threats. His and Lyle's families were overseas, under the Bartels' watchful eye.

With a smirk, Jaxon replied, "Thanks to you, Ms. Valentine, I ended up here. But don't worry, once the Bartels get me out, we'll settle our scores. Bryce's bodyguard beat me up yesterday, and I didn't utter a word. You won't get anything out of me today either. Your uncle? He deserves whatever's coming for killing Uncle Lyle. But let me tell you, you're not saving anyone. You'll end up behind bars with him, all part of Elaine's grand plan."

quite sure about it. Are you certain you won't end up a corpse by the

the Bartels sacrificing him to protect their interests crossed his mind,

Bartels? I'm loyal to them, not you. Save your

the door, where Bryce's hired district attorney was keeping watch, she quickly handed Jaxon a small, white pill. "What's this?"

anything, taking this will put you in a state of shock for about 12 hours, protecting you from other lethal injections. It could save your life and give you a way out." "Says who? How do I know it's not

harm in that. When your life's on the line, remember my words. What's more important, loyalty or survival? I've already sent people to find your and Lyle's families abroad. We'll soon know if they're alive or not." After whispering

note with a phone number. "Call this number if you need my help.

the police station under the cover of night, her confidence unshaken that Jaxon wouldn't

keeping options open. He quickly

The night shielded her as she thanked the district attorney, a connection

a snag. The blood test Whitney personally conducted revealed traces of a hallucinogen, not fully metabolized. Yet, the drug was nowhere to be found on the market, hinting at a sinister origin likely tied

blood sample, a move that didn't go unnoticed by the Bartels family. To prevent her from using any medication as evidence, the Bartels had swiftly recalled all such drugs from the market. Producing banned substances was illegal

Whitney pondered over the Bartels' extensive influence used to suppress her efforts at gathering evidence. Far from being discouraged, she felt more determined. Thinking it over, she dialed Tiana, "Hey

mention of Elaine brought back memories of three years of suffering for

I'm back now. You've got support. Three years living like a pariah wasn't your fault; it was Elaine's. This time, it's not just about saving my uncle. I want the Bartels to start paying for what they've done. It's time to revive your hacking skills from three years ago

deep breath, "With you here, I'm not afraid. I'll help

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