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.

he looks like.”

As Marilla, her slender form descending the staircase gracefully, came into view,

a sudden

“Right, Marilla had a run–in with

over to Marilla, wrapping an arm around her shoulders with gentle concern, “Marilla, we’ll reach 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

Marilla, though seemingly untroubled on the surface, was grappling with the trauma of the incident and the heartache of her

considered suggesting ECT to help Marilla forget that day’s horror. How could they possibly make her relive that

push yourself.” Aaron’s voice was soft yet husky as he looked deeply into her

I

man as possible as I can. Besides, I also want that man caught, and want to uncover the sinister plot behind all this. To

Jareth.”

and Thaddeus felt a tightness in their chests, unspeakable sorrow welling up. They had kept the details

she spoke of Jareth, clearly still deeply in love. He could tell she loved Jareth so much. There could be no other

a note of surprise in his voice, “Marilla, your feelings for Jareth.”

to do something for him, one last time.” Marilla cut him off immediately, forcing a small smile, “He’s always

at the word. But he harbored no thoughts of taking advantage; there was no joy in the opportunity. He was simply worried whether she could endure.

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Chapter 741

Thaddeus sensed her emotional turmoil and took her hand, pressing it to

protective shadow over Marilla, his presence exuding a potent masculinity. Yet the look in his eyes was tender.

up with her delicate, alabaster face.

Have your brother and sister–in–law bring you,” Aaron’s heart softened,

him,” Marilla’s

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