On the way back from the airport, Bella stared silently at the scattered neon lights outside the window, not uttering a word to Justin.

Sensing her emotions, Justin gave her the space to process, yet his grip on her icy hand remained steadfast.

His gaze remained fixed on her pale but beautiful profile, filled with concern.

Just like this, the couple returned home amidst the oppressive atmosphere.

As they walked into their house, Bella received a call from Ralph.

"Bella, the identities of the victims are confirmed to be Maxwell and his associates."

Bella closed her eyes, her teeth biting down hard on her lip, blood seeping out.

Justin's eyes were bloodshot and dark. He was almost unable to breathe after seeing her struggle so intensely.

passports, along with some items that could

He's a real villain and deserves to die. We're still looking for the black box on the helicopter. But we can't rule

as she struggled to speak,

felt frustrated and defeated because we didn't manage to catch Christopher. Even though Maxwell is gone, the mastermind behind him is still lurking under your nose. Others may

comforted

his beloved sister. "But Bella, defeat is inevitable. Setbacks are common in warfare. If you succumb to self-doubt and negativity after a momentary loss, then you're truly

him is only a matter of time. In my many years as a cop, I've brought even the

a will,

never believed in fate and never

comforting me, Ralph... Don't worry, I'm not

hold her emotions in check, finally broke down. She threw herself into Justin's arms, crying uncontrollably like a complete

the impregnable fortress in her heart crumbled instantly before the

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