The Ex and Her Riches

Cedrick knew Gwendolyn well enough to be aware that she would stop her car and contact emergency services if she encountered a stranger in danger or in need of help. However, she would never allow an unfamiliar person into her car.

As Cedrick examined the surveillance camera screens, his breathing grew heavy. It was evident to him that the person in the car was intentionally trying to avoid being captured by the public surveillance cameras.

While Cedrick could make out some details, such as a muscular physique and a partially visible shoulder, he couldn’t determine the man’s identity.

Salinsburgh had recently experienced a surge in mysterious incidents, placing an increased workload on the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Analyzing the scene, Cedrick concluded, “There are no signs of a struggle or any potential weapons that could be connected to a crime. It is possible that the man is indeed an acquaintance of Gwenny’s.”

He turned to Swain and instructed, “Check with the nearby businesses around the bridge and inquire if any of them have outdoor surveillance cameras installed. We might obtain valuable footage that can shed light on the situation.”

It could potentially be their first breakthrough in the investigation.

“You’re right, Boss. I’ll be right on it.”

As Swain prepared to leave, he felt a moment of concern for Cedrick’s well-being. He paused at the door and reminded, “Boss, I understand you’re anxious, but please take care of yourself too. It’s winter, the rain is freezing cold, and you’re still soaking wet. We wouldn’t want you falling sick before finding Mrs. Jenson.”

Cedrick’s stern look silenced Swain.

“All right, I’m off.” He shrugged and exited the room.

Despite his damp hair and dripping clothes since his return from the canyon, Cedrick chose to ignore his discomfort.

He reached for a pack of cigarettes from the drawer, something he hadn’t done in years since becoming a parent.

However, that night, he decided to indulge, knowing he wouldn’t be seeing the kids and, therefore, wouldn’t need to worry about smelling like nicotine.

With his lighter in hand, he lit the cigarette and took a deep drag as if releasing the built-up stress and tension within him.

filled his

and whispered, “Darling, I broke your rules and

go of all the heartache he had been suppressing since

man who used to stand tall in the face of adversity

of heavy rain outside masked

slightly, and quickly finished his cigarette before disposing

Charles from reaching him, Cedrick reached into the drawer and retrieved another phone, dialing the number he had memorized by

much to his disappointment, he received the same message as before, telling him that the number he had

phone was still switched on left Cedrick feeling even more

with the situation, the unsettling facts surrounding the incident refused to escape his mind. There were no

to be in perfect condition, meaning Gwendolyn had

car had landed, there was no trace of blood or any evidence to explain what

haunted

the surveillance cameras, a sudden realization washed over

of the office, and retrieved the phone one of the

phone had been severely

of Investigation behind, he set off to seek assistance from someone

bag

remains of the phone before shaking his head regretfully. “I’m so sorry, Mr. Jenson. This phone is beyond repair. Even if I manage to fix the physical parts, recovering the contents would

put the chip back together and connect it to another display screen so I can see the contents of

his request, Owen

take for

I’d say

table. “I don’t care if you have to skip meals or burn the

eyes brightened at the sight of the blank check. “Don’t worry, Mr. Jenson. I’ll survive on coffee and energy drinks tonight and get it done for

number and