The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

The Betrayed Heiress' Return to Elegance 145

Chapter 145 Disaster

The captain, Wilbur Duffy, tracked Matias' gaze, uncertainty flickering across his

weathered features.

The interrogation room door swung open with a soft creak, revealing an

interrogator who straightened his posture at the sight of his superior. "Mr. Duffy," he acknowledged

with deference.

Wilbur inclined his head toward the interrogation room, his chin movement deliberate.

"What's the situation in there?"

"We've apprehended a group following reports of illicit dealings," the interrogator elaborated. "The suspects are undergoing questioning as we speak."

"Illicit dealings?" Matias echoed, his quiet words carrying layers of unspoken meaning.

The interrogator shifted his gaze toward Wilbur, seeking silent permission before continuing. "There's been an organization trafficking in forged antiques and artwork for several years. The evidence recovered from these individuals suggests connections to an unresolved case from three years ago."

consideration. "Does something about

Matias offered a measured

my attention, so I'll take my leave." He slipped one hand into his pocket and strode away, his footsteps

the near-certainty

room.

about this development

to the company immediately and inform Nate, knowing full

the station's confines, interrogators

the center, her wrists bound to the table by cold

handcuffs.

a chill to the room. "Name, age, occupation!"

to each

scene? Were you involved in

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you have a promising future ahead. Here's some wisdom-better safe than sorry! Otherwise,

Though the identity of the informant remained a mystery, she

make a phone

hotel?" Wilbur's anger flared anew, his eyes