Reborn In a Murderer’s Embrace

Chapter 103

At the Corner café.

I was tucked away in a nook, my cap pulled low over my eyes, waiting for Stella to show up.

So far, Stella was the only one I could trust.

Nobody else. Not completely.

“You needed to see me?” Stella arrived, plopping down across from me with a huff. She was clearly not in the best of moods.

“I caught the news online. They said the murderer won’t stop. There’s bound to be another victim.” I glanced around nervously. “I know who the murderer is, but I don’t have proof-

Stella eyed me skeptically. “You know who the murderer is?”

“He’s staying at Phoebe’s place right now.” My voice trailed off, worried Stella wouldn’t believe

1. me.

   the picture of disbelief. “You’ve

   my face, taking a deep breath. “Just trust me on this one. It’s true. Have Robin keep an eye on that person. He’s

   “I was at Phoebe’s just yesterday. Didn’t see any

   from there.” I urged, locking eyes with her. “The murderer’s hiding in plain sight. You just don’t

   her guard tup. She didn’t trust me fully. “Why do you know all

   buy it.” I sighed. “Look, I have no other motive. I just want to uncover the truth, clear the innocent, and bring the

   wanted to protect Stella, to keep her from harm.

   stared at me as if I were a lunatic before finally speaking. “Are you sure you’re all right in

   bit annoyed but

   stranger shows up claiming to be a recently deceased relative – it’s a lot to take in. “Believe it or not, just pass the investigation lead to Robin. Have his team watch Phoebe’s house.

   you’re messing with me, I won’t let it slide,” Stella conceded.

   breathed a sigh of relief. “Thanks. I just can’t stand the thought of

   slumped back in her chair. “This murderer’s too cunning. We’ve been at it for ages with no leads. It’s like

   my head in defeat. “Yeah, he’s terrifying. So many lives taken

   back from the dead, felt powerless against this foe.

   as if leaving

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