“So, she has been abroad,” Mallory stated firmly as she examined the video closely. “But there’s not much change, just in the jaw and cheekbones. It’s subtle, and only a professional would notice it.”

Having spent a lot of time by Calvin’s side, Mallory had encountered many women with various motives, making her adept at reading people.

Josie furrowed her brows. “Are you absolutely sure?”

Mallory leaned against the railing, her expression shifting with the gentle breeze. “I’m quite sure. She didn’t undergo plastic surgery to enhance her beauty; she altered her original appearance, trying to become…”

She struggled to find the right words, leaving her explanation incomplete.

Nevertheless, Josie felt relieved at her words. “Thank you; you’ve been a great help. I’ll treat you to a meal, sometime.”

Mallory wasn’t done yet; she turned to ask, “Is it true what they say about you and Morgan?”

“You’re quite the gossip.” Josie sighed.

“I’m not prying; I’m just curious,” Mallory explained. “Before you started making headlines with Morgan, the news about Dexter and Heather was all over the place. I can’t help but wonder if you did it to spite. him.”

sense of irony. “If he doesn’t care at

the other woman. “Dexter returned to Wavery before you did; he met with

surprised. “That

expression still betrays some feelings

in the car the previous night, and she couldn’t help but feel a

to see you’re okay. When

embrace, which had been cold for so

gesture solidified Josie’s trust in Mallory even further.

with,” Josie said as she pulled out a folder. “Inside, there are three samples. Two of them need separate DNA tests, and they should be compared with the one from the

wait

contents. One of the samples had a distinct marking.

serious. “I’m not entirely sure yet, but I need your help with this. Please keep it confidential. My public image

moment of contemplation, Mallory nodded slowly. “I’ll help you

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