Sweet Subterfuge

Chapter 107

Just now. Officer Sanders seemed visibly displeased.

Larissa couldn’t help feeling uneasy at his expression. Her perceptiveness was probably a workplace hazard developed from being in the service industry for far too long

However, Dylan didn’t think much of it.

“The people I despise most are those “peacemakers‘ who can’t distinguish right from wrong, especially regarding important matters.” Dylan said with a cold expression. “Many of my previous clients were victims of domestic violence. These women were beaten up by their husbands to the point that they needed to be hospitalized. Finally, when they gathered the courage to report it to the police, most of the time, the police would just try to smooth things over. They would give them excuses, such as they can’t interfere in private or lamiy matters. Worse, they would advise those women to give their husbands another chance. For the sake of their work performance and wanting to protect themselves, the police gloss over the violations of the law and focus on evoking the victim’s sympathy for their abuser. In the end, the police’s task is complete and they can sweep this matter under the rug. On the other hand, those women who were convinced to forgive their husbands return to their homes only to face more abuse–sometimes severe enough to cost them their lives. I have often wondered, it all stakeholders were more responsible and strictly adhered to the law, perhaps there would be far fewer tragedies In this world.”

words deeply moved

used to believe that most people chose their vocation primarily

be able to earn more money from

this was the first time Larissa personally witnessed the weight of social responsibility.

“I want to make a change in society, not because of how

was a glimmer of sadness in his eyes.

even more ashamed.

protect herself and never have any children, while Dylan was inspired to help people

comparison, Larissa was humbled after seeing the difference between them.

subject, bringing the conversation back to Travis‘ case. “Don’t be afraid of the Hardy family. They won’t be able to