The Bound Between Us

Chapter 538

After a medical scare, Julie was admitted to the hospital to protect her unborn baby.

"The situation is clear," the doctor said. "Julie needs to stay in the hospital to ensure her pregnancy continues safely."

The law can be harsh, but it's also compassionate. An unborn child is innocent and deserves a chance at life.

Detective Jason was in charge of Julie's case. He arrived at the hospital with his team, standing by the window of the ward to glance at Julie, who was handcuffed to the bed. Julie's pregnancy was advanced, and her condition was most obvious when she lay on her side. "Keep an eye on her, both of you, around the clock. Don't let her out of your sight. We'll switch shifts tomorrow," Jason instructed. "If anything happens to her on your watch, you can kiss your badges goodbye."

"Don't worry, Jason, we won't even blink. We've got this covered."

"Good. I'm heading out; it's been a long day." With that, Jason left with his usual flair.

in the car outside. She wanted to see what kind of trouble Julie might stir up, but Jason had advised against her visiting. So, Monica stayed in the car, calling Anastasia

Julie's hospitalization. The police had notified Herman. Both agreed to follow protocol. Having lost a child themselves, they wouldn't

was wrong, but one could never be too careful. Monica voiced her concerns over the phone, "Julie's crafty, using her child as a bargaining

but knew

months along now. We'll give her three months at most, let her cling to life a bit longer. Besides the cops, Herman

she perked up when she saw Jason leaving

two still hanging out?" Anastasia was surprised; it was late, and they'd been together

said excitedly. "But honestly, it's fascinating and thrilling, solving these bizarre cases. People who seem so nice might turn out to be

avoiding Jason's lectures; she genuinely enjoyed

are out to

to milk Jason for a nice dinner myself after all the work I've done," Monica replied, clearly in high spirits, especially since Anastasia