Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 562 The Investigation

"Oh? Do you remember who it was?" the officer inquired.

Margot thought carefully, then looked at Zelena and firmly stated, "It was Zelena's assistant, Celeste."

What was meant to happen would happen-it was unavoidable.

All eyes turned toward Zelena.

Zelena forced a smile and asked, "What? Really? Are you sure?"

Margot's tone was unwavering. "Yes, I am sure. Why would I lie in front of the police?"

Having changed her clothes, Celeste entered the room and made her way through the crowd. She quickly surveyed the room, sensing that something was wrong, but maintained a calm facade as she said, "There's a commotion outside!"

Zelena subtly glanced at her, exchanging a look.

"You're here. We were just talking about you."

Celeste played along. "Talking about me? What about?"

Zelena questioned, "Why don't you explain why your clothes match the ones in the video?"

Celeste feigned surprise. "Huh? What video? That can't be true."

Zelena and Celeste with a scrutinizing

stepped forward and briefly explained the footage

in ages. I accidentally got it wet when I was getting water for Ms. Blake,

happen? You're so

replied, "It was an old shirt, dirty and wet-no

putting on quite

Gilbert was more concerned about the

there's a commotion outside? What's going on?

and

There's already a commotion.

saying if the event doesn't start soon, they're going to leave They've also recorded a lot

They've als

videos

looks like they're

to start the event immediately! Officer, you

cooperate. But the event needs to start now! We

for the event to

ones she

only needed their cooperation for the investigation and had no strong opinion on whether the event

the event to proceed, the officer wouldn't have any reason

involvement. While the video on Polly's phone could clear

the victim, Polly had every right to request that