In the previous investigation involving Kaitlyn, it was discovered that she had covert connections with a group of individuals. These individuals were part of a small gang hailing from Centrolis, consisting of low-level thugs.

Subsequently, when Kaitlyn leaped off the cliff, these individuals dispersed and vanished without a trace.

Given Nicholas' influence, he could have easily captured them all, but he deemed it unnecessary. They were merely insignificant figures unlikely to cause any major trouble.

It came as a surprise they had now resurfaced in the black market.

"Ian has already interrogated these individuals," Nicholas mentioned, sipping his tea. "They lack connections and were simply making a living by engaging in minor disruptions and extorting protection fees. Eventually, they entered the illegal drug trade, enticed by its profits, which led them to band together.

"Renee previously contacted them."

Zuko's expression darkened as he listened in silence.

"She asked them to purchase Safe Bet, a type of sleeping pill. This medication had been banned by authorities years ago but still circulate in the black market. According to their confessions, Renee paid them handsomely.

recommended dosage, thereby not endangering her life. Astonishingly, she even called them after taking the drug to ask

conversations to Zuko, who squinted. Renee had contacted

part!" Zuko exclaimed bitterly. "She did it to manipulate Toph into feeling

expression changed, and he released

never anticipated that Renee would

your fault," Zuko

this, I've pondered a lot." Nicholas looked at Zuko, his eyes betraying his conflicting feelings. "Renee grew up in an abnormal environment from a young age, making it difficult for her to develop a sound mind. Even though she used to be kind and weak and intended to bring Pammy back wholeheartedly... a personality like hers will shift to the extreme

do you

from my child for over 20 years. I won't allow his daughter to harm my family any

Zuko nodded.

not stooped

though. One could not deny her malevolence now just

changed—some for the better, while others became

company's helm. But there's

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