After lunch, Bella and Steven immediately set out for Maya's home.

This was Savrow's infamous slum-a place of poverty, decay, and filth. Under the blanket of snow, it appeared even more bleak and desolate.

Maya's house was a rundown building with dirty bricks and a broken roof. It looked like a strong gust of wind could make the entire building collapse.

"This is heartbreaking! Simply unfair!" Steven shook his head angrily and said, "The victim's family is living so miserably, barely getting by, while Grant flaunts his wealth and status like a king. Where's the justice in that?"

"How can regular folks stand up to big-shot tycoons? This is just the tip of the iceberg. Who knows how many other horrible things are going on behind the scenes?" Bella's beautiful eyes dimmed as she sighed softly.

As they chatted, they arrived at the door.

"Who are you looking for?" An old woman approached them, leaning on a cane. Seeing their well-dressed appearance, she could not help her curiosity.

"Ma'am, we're here to see Maya's mother, Mrs. Cooper. Do you know her?" Bella's gentle smile made her seem more approachable.

The old woman grew cautious right away and asked, "Why are you looking for her?"

"Ma'am, we'd like to speak with Mrs. Cooper about her daughter, to ask her

get you chased off.

and Steven were shocked

day, Mrs. Cooper's accusations against Grant had

woman explained, "When she's thinking straight, she says nothing. But during her episodes, she

"What does

the Salvador family... It's hard

checked on them over the

little?"

off. After a while, people just stopped coming. It's sad. The girl had to work as a servant for a wealthy family, only to pass away suddenly. They never even got

old woman shook her head and hobbled

"Ms. Bella, look!"

followed Steven's

was Matt approaching, with a bodyguard close

Matt froze in surprise. "M-Ms.

car, an uncomfortable silence filled the

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