The Ex and Her Riches novel (Gwendolyn and Maverick)

Cedrick knew Gwendolyn well enough to be aware that she would stop her car and contact emergency services if she encountered a stranger in danger or in need of help. However, she would never allow an unfamiliar person into her car.

As Cedrick examined the surveillance camera screens, his breathing grew heavy. It was evident to him that the person in the car was intentionally trying to avoid being captured by the public surveillance cameras.

While Cedrick could make out some details, such as a muscular physique and a partially visible shoulder, he couldn’t determine the man’s identity.

Salinsburgh had recently experienced a surge in mysterious incidents, placing an increased workload on the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Analyzing the scene, Cedrick concluded, “There are no signs of a struggle or any potential weapons that could be connected to a crime. It is possible that the man is indeed an acquaintance of Gwenny’s.”

He turned to Swain and instructed, “Check with the nearby businesses around the bridge and inquire if any of them have outdoor surveillance cameras installed. We might obtain valuable footage that can shed light on the situation.”

It could potentially be their first breakthrough in the investigation.

“You’re right, Boss. I’ll be right on it.”

As Swain prepared to leave, he felt a moment of concern for Cedrick’s well-being. He paused at the door and reminded, “Boss, I understand you’re anxious, but please take care of yourself too. It’s winter, the rain is freezing cold, and you’re still soaking wet. We wouldn’t want you falling sick before finding Mrs. Jenson.”

Cedrick’s stern look silenced Swain.

“All right, I’m off.” He shrugged and exited the room.

Despite his damp hair and dripping clothes since his return from the canyon, Cedrick chose to ignore his discomfort.

He reached for a pack of cigarettes from the drawer, something he hadn’t done in years since becoming a parent.

However, that night, he decided to indulge, knowing he wouldn’t be seeing the kids and, therefore, wouldn’t need to worry about smelling like nicotine.

With his lighter in hand, he lit the cigarette and took a deep drag as if releasing the built-up stress and tension within him.

filled his lungs,

the cigarette between his fingers and whispered, “Darling, I broke your rules and smoked. I deserve to be punished by you. Can you see that? Please let me find you

with emotion as he finally allowed himself to let go of all the heartache he had been suppressing since losing

used to stand tall in the face of

outside

quickly finished his cigarette before disposing of the butt in

to prevent Nico and Charles from reaching him, Cedrick reached into the

received the same message as before, telling him that the number he had dialed was out

switched on

unsettling facts surrounding the incident refused to escape his mind. There were no signs of a struggle in the car, indicating that the man who got

condition, meaning Gwendolyn had

the car had landed, there was no trace of blood or

had washed away any potential clues, leaving Cedrick haunted by the uncertainty and dangers

at the photos captured by the surveillance cameras, a

wasting another moment, he got up from his desk, walked out of the office, and retrieved the phone one of the

phone had been severely damaged,

he set off to seek assistance from someone who lived in the basement, a skilled and trustworthy repairman

a transparent plastic bag to Owen, Cedrick asked, “Can

his head regretfully. “I’m so sorry, Mr. Jenson. This phone is beyond repair. Even if I manage

don’t need you to fix the phone entirely. Just put the chip back together

Owen nodded

will it take

smoothly, I’d say about two

blank check on Owen’s table. “I don’t care if you have to skip meals or burn the midnight oil, but I want it done

the blank check. “Don’t worry, Mr. Jenson. I’ll survive on

number and departed the basement

Zendaya gazed out of the window, her eyes fixated on the falling