Chapter 368 Joseph Wanted to Take Advantage of You?

The call was not on speakerphone, but Xavia leaned in closer, catching a few keywords that piqued her curiosity.

Chloe, police, lawyer…

The fragments of the conversation gave her an inkling that something involving Chloe had

gone wrong.

Joseph ended the call, his brow furrowed with concern.

“Joe, what’s happened?” Xavia asked.

Joseph’s voice carried heavy weight as he replied, “There’s something I need to attend to. I have to go.”

“But…the doctor isn’t finished yet. Aren’t you worried about the baby’s health?”

His gaze fell on her still–flat belly. “Contact Lucas if something comes up.” With that, he stood up and left.

Xavia’s hands clenched tightly, her frustration and resentment boiling within her. “They’re already divorced. Why is she still trying to steal my man? What a two–faced bitch!”

At the police station, Chloe was brought into the interrogation room. The situation was clear- cut. Aaron had disregarded her suggestion and continued to push the workers into overtime as he pleased. The purchase of necessary safety equipment was neglected, and the wages were delayed. Tragically, one of the workers lost their life due to issues with the safety rope.

A chilling sensation swept over Chloe, her mind filled with regret. If only she had been more present at the construction site, perhaps she could have prevented such a tragedy. She had focused her energy on the company, believing that minor accidents were an unfortunate norm in the construction industry. She never anticipated such a severe incident that would lead to a

loss of life.

seven or eight–year–old child. As her gaze met Chloe’s, a mix of hatred and anger emanated from her. Chloe’s composure shattered as the woman unleashed her fury, physically and verbally attacking her.

sank, consumed by unease. She contemplated the woman’s words, feeling the weight of her responsibility.

my husband back! Can

voice filled with remorse. “I’m

settlement, resulting in Chloe being temporarily detained.

hurried to the station as soon as he received a call from Joseph.

wait passively and called out to a nearby officer,

glanced at her and responded, “Hang

arrived at the station. “Joe has contacted Samuel to be your

put. No one will dare to bully you,” he reassured

her heart filled with mixed emotions.

Don’t worry too much. Just wait patiently

smiled bitterly. “We’re

surprised.

two months

was brought

looked up, a bit

reaction, Tyson decided to tell her everything. “Ava went to your office with sulfuric acid intending to harm you. Luckily, Joe caught her in the act and had her brought here. She’s

eyes widened slightly. “When exactly was she

for a moment and provided

fingertips trembled, and an indescribable sensation washed over her. It was complex and overwhelming. What was her place in Joseph’s heart? He protected her, yet he

Ava?”

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