Chapter 2408

Dr. Wagner understood Bella's intention.

As there had never been definitive proof that Justin used drugs. The substances detected in his blood were merely circumstantial evidence. If the right opportunity arose, while it might not completely absolve him of suspicion, it could at least sow doubt and confusion.

"Alright... Alright... I agree. I'll do everything you ask!"

After leaving the Wagner residence, Ryan's bodyguards took Jerome into custody under strict supervision to ensure compliance.

Only when Dr. Wagner fulfilled Justin and Bella's demands would his son be released.

"Ryan, it's great to see you. How is Carrie lately?" Bella avoided Justin's gaze and turned to Ryan instead.

"She's doing wonderfully." The mention of Carrie brought an uncharacteristically tender look to Ryan's rugged face, his cheeks tinged with red. "We're also actively trying for a baby now."

"Really? That's fantastic news!" Bella's delight was genuine.

"Yeah. Once there's good news, you two will be the first to know!" Ryan blurted out the words without thinking in his excitement.

The atmosphere turned painfully awkward.

gaze, choosing to remain

smile. "Ryan, Mr. Salvador, I have something to attend to, so I'll

before he could speak, Bella darted off, and

earlier. Are you still in love with

same," Justin replied, his deep eyes fixed on the distance." Does that mean

distress and gasped. "Are you saying you

shoulder playfully. "You're all

for tonight. Go back to Carrie. Goodnight." With that, Justin

Ryan grabbed his arm, his tone serious. "Justin, with everything going on, why didn't you come to me sooner? If I'd known Grant had his

don't need

in frustration.

by

"But-"

want my sister dragged into life-and-death trouble again?" Justin's gaze turned icy. "He's a more formidable opponent than Liam or Christopher. I won't let anyone else

for a response, Justin strode to his car and drove off, leaving Ryan standing alone,

as

clear Mr. Salvador's name, it'll not only shift public opinion but also deal a blow to Grant's

mirror that Bella was leaning against the car window, her face streaked with silent

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