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.

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. Thankfully, the

by unease. She contemplated the woman’s words, feeling the weight of her responsibility. “Please, express your

back! Can you compensate

filled with

parties failed to reach a settlement, resulting in Chloe being

call from Joseph. He instructed his colleagues

Chloe sat there, a sense of helplessness grew within her. She felt that she could not simply wait passively and called out to a nearby

officer glanced at her and

the station. “Joe has contacted Samuel to be your lawyer. We

updates from Samuel. Stay put. No one will dare to

filled with mixed emotions. “Joseph…knows

their current circumstances. ” Don’t worry too much. Just wait patiently for updates. Joe

bitterly. “We’re

was surprised.

months ago.”

opportunity to ask inquisitively, “Your half–sister was brought in

up, a

you. Luckily, Joe caught her in the act and

“When exactly was she

moment and provided her with the date.

and an indescribable sensation washed over her. It was complex and overwhelming. What was her place in Joseph’s heart?

Ava?” she asked.

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