The Divorced Heiress’s Revenge

Chapter 1991

Ralph leaned against the edge of his desk with arms crossed, his expression solemn as he looked at Bella and Justin. "First of all, drugs were found on Ian. The guy who sold Ian the drugs is a member of the Southern Star Syndicate called Horace. He's adamantly accusing Ian, so the evidence is solid.

"Secondly, there's been a crackdown on drugs, gambling, and prostitution lately, and Ian happened to get caught in the crossfire. Chief Hopkins has made it clear that no one involved in such activities, regardless of their background or identity, will be spared."

"News about Ian must be completely sealed off." Bella's eyes were sharp.

Ralph shook his head in frustration. "Before you arrived, several reporters had already come to inquire about the case. I chased away, but I suspect the news has already leaked. How else would they have known to come? What's more problematic is that the higher-ups know Ian is associated with Justin. Considering my relationship with Justin, I'm not allowed to intervene in this case. The ones questioning him now aren't my people. Even if I wanted to interfere, I couldn't."

Both Justin and Bella exchanged a worried glance, both sensing a deeper conspiracy at play.

"We must find a way to clear lan's name immediately, or at least get him out on bail. Otherwise, this fire will soon burn Justin." Ralph truly regarded Justin as family and was deeply worried.

"Having Steven act as his attorney can only buy us time, but it won't solve the fundamental problem."

was now deeply furrowing her brow as she racked her brain

If lan confessed and denied any involvement

incredibly important to Justin, a close comrade who had been through thick and

would rather take all the blame himself and give up being the president of Salvador Corporation than sacrifice

gives false

Ralph nodded. "Theoretically, yes."

handsome face was frighteningly grim. "I'll have someone intercept his lawyer and find a way to get a message to him." Bella looked at Justin, who was next

am a police officer! You are trying to collude with a witness to give false testimony right in front of me. I could charge you with obstructing justice immediately. I absolutely

was a knock on

responded, allowing

Thompson, Horace's attorney