On the way back from the airport, Bella stared silently at the scattered neon lights outside the window, not uttering a word to Justin.

Sensing her emotions, Justin gave her the space to process, yet his grip on her icy hand remained steadfast.

His gaze remained fixed on her pale but beautiful profile, filled with concern.

Just like this, the couple returned home amidst the oppressive atmosphere.

As they walked into their house, Bella received a call from Ralph.

"Bella, the identities of the victims are confirmed to be Maxwell and his associates."

Bella closed her eyes, her teeth biting down hard on her lip, blood seeping out.

Justin's eyes were bloodshot and dark. He was almost unable to breathe after seeing her struggle so intensely.

found their two passports, along with some items that could confirm their identities as citizens of Terranova. Along with the surveillance footage

be too upset. None of those people are good people. They're all ruthless criminals in Terranova. Maxwell has committed many crimes in his country. He's a real villain and deserves to die. We're still looking for the black box on the helicopter. But we can't rule out

lips trembled as she struggled to speak, "I

frustrated and defeated because we didn't manage to catch Christopher. Even though Maxwell is gone, the mastermind behind him is still lurking under your nose. Others may not understand your feeling of powerlessness, but as a police officer, why'd you

comforted

impulsive demeanor was replaced with patience for his beloved sister. "But Bella, defeat is inevitable. Setbacks are common in warfare. If you succumb to self-doubt and negativity after a momentary loss, then you're truly defeated

indomitable fighting spirit! Bella, we haven't been defeated yet. Capturing him is only a matter of time. In my many years as a cop, I've brought even the most elusive serial killers to justice. I've

a will, there's a

believed in fate and

for comforting me, Ralph... Don't worry,

who had been trying to hold her emotions in check, finally broke down. She threw herself into Justin's arms, crying uncontrollably like a complete

felt like the impregnable fortress in her heart crumbled instantly before the man she

held her

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