Chapter 1403:

“I know,” Corrine responded calmly.

She understood Emily was trying to reconcile past decisions. Even without Emily’s testimony, Bryant’s downfall was inevitable.

Emily wasn’t the decisive factor.

“Rest assured, your involvement will remain confidential. None of the team members will mention it once we return,” Corrine said reassuringly. “You have nothing to worry about.” After a few more exchanges, she excused herself and left.

After leaving the hotel, Corrine took a car straight to the police station. Inside the car, Kinsley felt Corrine’s eyes on her. Her face turned slightly awkward. “Why are you staring at me like that? Don’t tell me…” A teasing glint flashed in her eyes as she leaned in. “Don’t tell me you’ve suddenly fallen for my irresistible charm?” Corrine said nothing. She simply gave a resigned look and turned to stare out the window, missing the brief flicker of unease on Kinsley’s face.

welcome.” Seeing his eager expression,

seated in the front. “What kind of hold does Nate have on him to make a police chief

the station, her lips curling into a curious smile, eyes narrowed in

at an unhurried pace. Officers bustled about, but many paused to sneak glances as she passed. Richard’s behavior was odd. Instead of handling urgent matters, he stayed at the station all day just to greet her—and even disciplined Leroy, who was in charge of the

might have

𝗢𝗻𝗅𝘆 𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝘁 𝗀𝖺𝗅𝖓𝗈𝗏𝗲𝗅𝗌⍿ⅽ𝗈𝗆

say, you’re quick when it comes to closing cases,” Corrine said

words carefully. “Miss Holland, you

voice. “Miss Holland, this case… isn’t as simple as it looks.” Corrine raised an eyebrow, urging him to

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