Chapter 116

Michael’s gaze bore an intense vulnerability as it locked onto me.

Anxious about the revelation of my true identity, 1 was eager to distance myself from him.

“Stephanie,” he called out unexpectedly.

He called me Stephanie. The use of that name brought me to a halt. Gathering my composure, I took a deep breath and chose not to look back.

Zion’s brows furrowed, observing Michael as he called me Stephanie. He must be thinking Michael had lost his mind.

“Stephanie…” Michael’s voice carried a mix of urgency and confusion as he exclaimed. Rising to his feet, he grasped my wrist tightly, seeking answers.

“Stephie? Is that you, Stephie?”

A frown marred my expression. With disdain, I pushed his hand away. “Mr. Ford, have you lost your mind?”

Silence lingered as he stood there, bewildered.

Steven shot Michael a stern warning look. He kept a firm grip on my arm as he led me away.

My legs felt weak from the moment I stepped out of the interview room. I was scared Michael would recognize me. I was afraid he would find out I was actually Stephanie.

the car.” My voice faltered as I looked at him. “Just head

needed to talk to Zion. The real murderer was still out there, claiming lives. We couldn’t afford to delay any longer. Even without

further harm.

told Rachel to update Zion on the situation. I was unsure if Zion had uncovered any substantial evidence in these past

delicately held my face. “Stephie… try not

him. “Hurry up.

as he lowered his head and walked

cast a brief glance at him before looking

the corridor, I saw Michael emerging with blood staining

his tracks. In an effort to maintain my composure, I did

without uttering a word, he stared at me. Abruptly, he lifted

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if to touch my face.

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casting a glare filled with profound

resistance I

involuntary movements, the expressions, and the

an eternity. It

I clutched my hands tightly. “Have you

word. Once Zion came out, he

of relief, I reassured myself that my true identity as Stephanie remained concealed. Even Steven, it appeared, hadn’t entirely pieced together that I was

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