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

the staircase gracefully, came into view, his heart

rose hastily from the couch, feeling a sudden rush of warmth flood his

realization, “Right, Marilla had a run–in with that guy too.”

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 this. You don’t need to do anything or think about

was grappling with the trauma of the incident and the heartache of her split from

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

deeply into her eyes, “Your well–being, healthy and whole, is what’s truly

I

with resolve in 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 behind

Jareth.”

welling up. They had kept the details from her, yet her keen

red eyes as she spoke of Jareth, clearly still deeply in love. He could tell she loved

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

one last time.” Marilla cut 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.”

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

her emotional turmoil and took her hand, pressing it to

casting a protective shadow over Marilla, his presence

with her delicate, alabaster

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

him,” Marilla’s lips parted

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