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.

what he looks

snapped up. As Marilla, her slender form descending the staircase gracefully, came into view, his heart skipped a beat.

the couch, feeling a sudden rush of warmth

“Right, Marilla had a run–in with

she hurried over to Marilla, wrapping an arm around her shoulders with gentle concern, “Marilla, we’ll reach out to Lily tomorrow and let her do

knew that Marilla, though seemingly untroubled on the surface, was grappling with the

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

was soft yet husky as he looked deeply into her eyes, “Your well–being, healthy

I

her eyes, “I’m fine now. All I want is to help you catch this man as possible as I can. Besides, I also want that man caught, and want to uncover the sinister plot

Jareth.”

the details from her, yet her keen mind had pieced together the story from their

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

a note of surprise in his voice, “Marilla,

do something for him, one last time.” Marilla cut him off immediately, forcing a small smile, “He’s always looked after me, indulged me, sacrificed

heart clenched violently at the word. But he harbored no thoughts of taking advantage; there was

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her emotional turmoil and

figure casting a protective shadow over Marilla, his presence exuding a potent

up with her delicate, alabaster face.

you for offering to help, Marilla. Tomorrow I’ll wait for you at the station. Have your brother and sister–in–law bring you,” Aaron’s heart softened, the urge

I can draw him,” Marilla’s lips parted slightly.

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