Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 228 A Familiar Place

When I returned to my office, I sought Grayson and gave him a task. Coincidentally, he also handed me a report of his investigation. I was surprised to receive it so quickly. I couldn’t help but admire his efficiency

and praise him.

However, Grayson was serious when he said, “Don’t get too excited, Ms. Chloe. This is just surface–level Information, and there seem to be no issues at all. Still, my gut feeling tells me something’s off.”

The investigation report was about Stella, detailing her birth, parents‘ passing, adoption, and school

history.

“It’s right here.” Grayson pointed something out. “It says she attended primary school here, one of the most famous schools in Nocturnia. However, I couldn’t find any pictures of her from that period..

“Also, I only found one picture of her during high school, yet she lists Phy as one of her hobbies.

Why would a girl with such a hobby have no pictures or videos of herself?” Grayson looked at me with a questioning expression as he spoke.

think something’s amiss? That detail makes me uneasy. Please give me more

to investigate further.

Grayson’s attentiveness and said, “Perhaps Stella didn’t like photography back

the Pierce family’s records are usually secured and difficult to find. Surprisingly, Stella’s information is readily available,” he said with sparkling eyes.

from every previous year at this school. I also have year–end photos. for each

I

looked at them and felt a tug in my mind. The scenery in those photos seemed oddly familiar. I glanced at

“Yes!” he nodded.

and felt a bit perplexed. “Why does this place feel so familiar?”

you’ve seen it in some documents

had never traveled abroad, so it was a bit ridiculous

looking at the photos, I nodded and said, “Well, continue your investigation.

Also, check on Annalise Snyder!”

get back to work,”

in my chair as he left. I felt a throbbing headache coming on as I had been too busy lately. I rubbed my temples and sighed

hurt even more immediately after. I quickly opened my eyes and refused to think more about it. Soon after, I saw the beautifully wrapped box on my desk. It was the New Year’s gift Stella gave