Chapter 741
Mr. and Mrs. Abernathy’s expressions turning grave at the words.
“Either every time he committed a crime, he’d cover his tracks, leaving not a single clue. But that doesn’t look like what a typical desperado or high–level hitman could normally do.”
With his long, lean fingers stroking his jaw, Aaron analyzed in a calm manner, “Which leads me to believe he’s a hired gun from overseas.”
“If that’s the case, tracking him down just got a lot tougher. The guy probably vanished right after the job, might’ve already fled the country under a fake ID,” Thaddeus‘ eyes darkened with concern.
“Didn’t Lily catch a glimpse of his face? We could have her come down to the station tomorrow, try to sketch out a face from her memory. I can get one of the best profile artists from the state to come over and draw a composite.”
A sharp glint flashed in Aaron’s eyes, “With a portrait, we might just dredge up more leads. We can’t drag our feet on this; memories fade, and the sketch could end up all wrong. We need it fresh.”
Evadne and Thaddeus exchanged a glance, about to interject, when a sweet yet steady voice came from
behind them.
remember what he looks like.”
form descending the staircase gracefully,
from the couch, feeling a sudden rush of warmth flood his veins.
with realization, “Right, Marilla had a run–in with that guy
out to Lily tomorrow and let her do this. You don’t need to do anything or think about any of this. Just focus on getting better; that’s
the trauma of the incident and the heartache of her
to help Marilla forget that day’s horror. How could they possibly make her relive that pain, risking further harm to her already fragile heart?
don’t push yourself.” Aaron’s voice was soft yet husky as he looked deeply into her eyes, “Your well–being, healthy and whole, is what’s
I
possible as I can. Besides, I also want that man caught, and want to uncover the sinister
Jareth.”
had kept the details from her, yet her keen mind
watched Marilla’s red eyes as she spoke of Jareth, clearly still deeply in love. He could tell she loved Jareth
in his voice,
him off immediately, forcing a small smile, “He’s always looked after me, indulged me, sacrificed for me. I want to do what I can before I truly leave him.”
no thoughts of taking advantage; there was no joy in the opportunity. He was simply
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Thaddeus sensed her emotional turmoil and took her hand, pressing it to
figure casting a protective shadow over Marilla, his presence exuding a potent masculinity. Yet the look in
with her delicate, alabaster face.
Aaron’s heart softened, the urge to caress her
I can draw him,” Marilla’s lips parted slightly.
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