"Are you sure?" Kevin frowned. His eyes were filled with concern.

He understood the risk and uneasiness behind the decision I had made, but he also respected my insistence in the pursuit of truth.

I nodded. I was determined. "Yes, I have to go back.

"I feel like all of these are pointing toward a bigger scheme behind things, and that Jack was just a pawn. I needed to find out all of these for myself, not just for his assets, but for the questions I had in my heart as well."

Kevin sighed as he patted my shoulders. "Okay, I respect your decision. You have to be careful.

"The things you're investigating aren't something simple that may involve greater forces supporting all of these people. If you need help, let me know at any time."

I looked gratefully at him as warmth filled my heart.

In this complex, ever-changing world, it was rare to have a friend like him who would support you unconditionally.

After returning to the hotel, I started to pack my things up and prepare for my trip.

Before I left, I was contemplating if I should meet Ethan one last time.

Grayson residence now that he was back, but I

I received a phone call from

from his usual high-and-mighty, you-shall-not-cross-me attitude. "I heard you're about to leave soon, Ms. Wiley. There are

as I responded, "Please go ahead, Mr.

of a huge significance to the Grayson family, but I hope for you to understand

this was

had gone through

he is willing to change for you, and to me, this is a rare occasion." Ian's tone was laced with sincerity and hope, which was something I

I was feeling at that time. There was a dilemma regarding

also surprised and

after hearing lan's words.

a while before I replied, "I got it, Mr.

I have no time for relationships. There

importance for me to do, and it's regarding my family matters and the unsolved riddles. As for Ethan and I, I think

my answer as he sighed

your decision. I also have some clues so if you really need them, come

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