Winning Her Heart back (Emelie and William)

Chapter 709 The Old Case Reopened

Emelie didn't hide anything from him. "Jodie found out that the driver's husband has an extra 200 thousand dollars in his account. She's definitely been paid off."

Samuel showed no anger or hatred toward the mastermind behind the scenes. He remained silent, as if lost in thought.

Emelie tried to control her rising anger. "I'll find out who did this. I'm sorry you got caught up in this."

With his glasses off, Samuel's eyes were sharp and clear. He extended his hand toward her, as if reaching for her hand.

Emelie paused for a moment, then placed her hand in his.

His palm was cool to the touch, but his gaze was steady and warm, like a calm spring in winter. It held a quiet reassurance.

"Can you promise me something?" he asked softly.

Emelie responded without hesitation, "Yes. What is it?"

Samuel gave a slight smile. "Just promise me. As for what it is, let's leave it for later. I'll ask you for it when the time comes."

Emelie glanced down at their clasped hands. She didn't know what he might ask for, but it didn't matter. Whether out of gratitude for saving her life or because of their long-standing bond, she would agree to whatever he needed.

Samuel had just undergone surgery, so he was still weak. After waking up, he managed to have some oatmeal. Then, he rested for a while and took his medication before drifting back into a drowsy state.

Emelie stayed in his hospital room until late at night.

Just then, Jodie quietly approached her and whispered that Bryan had arrived.

Emelie left the room and stepped into the corridor, where she saw Bryan and Nehemiah.

Emelie's first time meeting Nehemiah.

Nehemiah, who was eager to check

Bryan turned to Emelie and asked, "Was it deliberate or just

replied, "It was

"You've gotten him

Swanson got hurt because he saved me.

Bryan could respond, Emelie noticed several men appearing in

speaking and silently observed the scene

showed their police badges. Emelie raised an eyebrow when one of

nodded. "Yes,

the men said, "Please

this point, Emelie hadn't grasped the severity of the situation. "Is there new progress

looked puzzled. "What car

confusion deepened. "What

here about Samuel's accident?

recently that would attract the police's

that something was off. "You're not the local police, are you?" Their demeanor was too intense. "You must be detectives. What

piercing look.

were detectives. Their opening line was typical for

Emelie remained silent.

What's the matter? Who is your superior? Is

subtly hinted at their connections to higher

something to the lead detective, likely briefing him on Emelie's influential background. The lead detective's demeanor softened

years ago, were you involved

was taken aback.