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.

their two passports, along with some items that could

villain and deserves to die. We're still looking for the black box on the helicopter. But we can't rule out the possibility of

lips trembled as she struggled to speak,

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 not understand your feeling of powerlessness, but as a police officer, why'd you

gently comforted

was replaced with patience for 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 defeated by the enemy. All your previous efforts will be in vain,

matter of time. In my many years as a cop, I've brought even the most elusive serial killers to justice. I've never encountered a case that I couldn't crack.

a will, there's

Thompsons never believed in fate and

Ralph... Don't worry, I'm not that

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

impregnable fortress in her heart crumbled instantly

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