Love's Change of Heart

Chapter 861 He Secretly Took Them

Aidan had a difficult time getting Louis released on bail.

The media seemed to have gotten wind of the situation and were waiting outside with their cameras and microphones.

It seemed that as soon as Louis walked out of that door, they would write all sorts of articles criticizing capitalism and accusing the police of turning a blind eye.

The police chief, who wasn't yet fifty, felt like he had aged overnight under the pressure from both sides and wanted to resign right then.

He looked at Aidan, who was sitting on the couch, and carefully announced, "Mr. Pearson, you've seen the situation outside. Why not allow Louis to stay here for a few days? Once things calm down, I will personally escort him back."

Aidan's expression remained unchanged as he calmly replied, "Chief Jensen, I have no intention of making things difficult for you. I just want to know why it's acceptable for Theodore, who has already served his sentence, to be released on bail but I have to go through so much trouble to bail out a student who has no criminal record and has excelled in project experiments for the country."

"Well… " Nick Jensen looked troubled. "Mr. Pearson, rest assured, I will look into the situation regarding Theodore Frost and give you an explanation as soon as possible. However, you also know how influential public opinion can be. I know you don't want to escalate this matter, so let's take it slow and discuss it in a couple of days, alright?"

Nick continued, "Besides, he's still in the hospital. If he wakes up, it will at most be a charge of intentional harm, and the problem will be even smaller. By then, no matter how the reporters stir things up, it won't cause much of a stir. Don't you agree?"

Aidan's face darkened, but he remained silent.

He couldn't take Louis away today if he didn't want to make a big deal out of it and risk Leanna finding out.

Seeing that he had relaxed a bit, Nick immediately stood up and said, "Louis will be well taken care of here."

Aidan replied, "I hope you can look into Theodore's release as soon as possible, Chief Jensen."

"I will investigate immediately."

Daphne had been waiting in the lobby and immediately walked over when Aidan came out. She clasped her hands tightly together and asked, "Mr. Pearson, c-can he be released on bail?"

Aidan stopped in his tracks and said, "No, he can't."


He glanced at the reporters outside and added, "Wait until they all leave before going out."

Daphne opened her mouth, but nothing came out.

She wanted to ask why he couldn't be released on bail.

But Aidan had already tried and failed to bail Louis, so what was the point of asking again?

At this moment, Freddie walked out.

Daphne looked at him, and before she could speak, Freddie shook his head and pushed up the gold-rimmed glasses on his nose. "The situation isn't looking good. He's not cooperating with me."

Daphne asked, "Can I see him?"

"You can, but he doesn't want to see you," Freddie replied.

Daphne was taken aback. "He doesn't want to see me?"

Freddie coughed. "Don't get me wrong, it's not what you think. It's just…"

He struggled to explain these things because he was concerned that doing so would only make matters worse.

From his conversation with Louis earlier, he could tell that it wasn't because of the photos that he had any grievances or dissatisfaction with Daphne.

Louis simply didn't know how to approach her in this circumstance, didn't know what to say, and didn't want her to see him imprisoned.

Because he was a proud man who valued his self-esteem.

Aidan looked at Freddie and said, "I'm leaving. You're in charge here."

With that, he turned and left.

Daphne stood silently in place, then looked at Freddie and questioned, "Can I talk to you privately?"

Standing in the corridor of the police station, Daphne tightly gripped her phone, her voice trembling as she asked, "How will this case ultimately be judged?"

Freddie responded, "It depends on whether Theodore survives. If he dies, then Louis will be charged with intentional homicide, with a minimum sentence of three years and a maximum of ten years. If he doesn't die, the case will be much easier."

Daphne continued, "B-but it was Theodore who provoked him. Can't the sentencing be based on that?"

Freddie said, "Have you seen the video of the incident?"

Daphne shook her head.

Freddie took out his phone and showed her a video. "This is the first video that was circulated. From this, you can see that Theodore didn't fight back at all. So, even if Theodore Frost doesn't die, it's almost impossible for this case to be completely dismissed."

Daphne furrowed her brows tightly. "But it's clear that Theodore kept provoking him with his words."

"Unless Louis is willing to repeat what Theodore said to him in court. And also…"

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