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“By the way, Dad is concerned about his future daughter-in-law. How’s Lauren? Is she awake?”
“Pfft. Winston is as hilarious as usual.” Rubbing her eyes that were red from crying, Alyssa replied, “Tell him not to worry. Lauren isn’t his daughter-in-law; she’s Landon’s wife. It’s time he looked for another candidate.
“Lauren is unconscious, but I’m sure she’ll pull through.”
Jonah remarked, “Julien and I have bought the flight tickets to Solana City. We’ll be boarding in two hours. According to Julien, a drowning event might increase the risk of anoxic brain damage. As a neurosurgeon, he would like to check on Lauren.”
“Say thanks to Julien for me.”
“Lyse, cheer up. Everything will be alright.”
After Jeremy was done with his work, he returned to Alyssa’s side and pulled her into a comforting hug. “Did you talk to Jonah?” he inquired softly, his sleeve dampened by her tears.
“Yeah,” she replied weakly.
“It’s all over now. It’s all over.” He sounded emotional but forced himself not to think about the heartbreaking details.
Just then, they heard heavy footsteps approaching them. When they looked up, their hearts nearly stopped from the shock.
Landon showed up, looking broken and forlorn. His healthy hair had grayed considerably.
“Landon…” Jeremy teared up as his chest filled with pain. It really seemed that stress could age someone overnight.
The chill that permeated the morgue was a constant reminder of the chasm between the world of the living and the dead.
Standing in the shadows of the entrance, Alyssa and Jeremy allowed Landon to say his final farewell to Angelina.
Angelina’s lifeless face looked as pretty as ever. Covered with a white cloth, she seemed to be sleeping peacefully with a smile. It was as if she was in the middle of a lovely dream she would never wake up from.
Hanging his head, Landon grappled with waves of fury that threatened to crush and suffocate him.
Gulping, he gently traced her lovely profile with trembling fingers. One thing bothered him¡ªwhy was she smiling when she died?
She took a shot to the stomach and fell from a high place. Her bones were crushed upon impact, which felt painful just from the sound of it.
Was she not afraid of the pain, like any ordinary young woman?
“You look pretty when you smile. Why didn’t you smile more when you were still around?” Landon mumbled in all seriousness. It was as if he was demanding an answer from the lifeless body before him.
“Angie, please smile for me once more.”
“Angie, please wait for me at the door when I come home.”
“Angie, I want to hear you calling me ‘Mr. Landon.'”
Alyssa covered her face because she could not hold back her emotions. She cried silently in Jeremy’s arms.
He held her trembling shoulders and rested his chin on top of her head. He opened his mouth to speak, but he couldn’t muster anything.
At that time, they heard footsteps approaching. Cyrus entered the morgue with a small box.
The couple got the hint and made way for him.
“Landon, my condolences.” Standing behind Landon’s grieving figure, Cyrus whispered, “I’ve gathered Angelina’s personal belongings. Bring them with you when you leave.”
Landon turned around, and his blood froze when he saw the box. Most young women would bring makeup items when they went out, but Angelina brought nothing of that sort, only keeping a phone and a dagger on her to protect Landon and Lauren.
Lowering his gaze, Landon took out the blood-stained lucky charm from the box as his lips quivered.
The cold touch seeped into his palm, through his chest, and across his rigid body.
He had gifted Angelina that lucky charm as protection. It wasn’t until this moment that he realized that Angelina herself was the lucky charm who’d sacrificed herself to protect him and Lauren.
Cornelius’ and Angelina’s deaths, the volatile stock price of Harper Group, and the action to be taken against Zoe weighed heavily on Landon.
Thankfully, he had the help of Alyssa and Jeremy to resolve the challenges on time.
Under Xavier’s and Sean’s leadership, the PR departments of the KS Group and Harper Group managed to remove all videos related to the tragedy overnight.
Alyssa and Jeremy had made the decision out of consideration for Lauren. The last thing they wanted was for Lauren to be triggered by the videos when she regained consciousness.
Nonetheless, they did not keep the public discourse under control, as they wanted to take advantage of the public’s wrath to hold the perpetrators culpable.
A netizen confessed, “I am an alumnus of Lauren Walsh’s middle school. The group of bullies led by Zoe Harper had bullied Lauren throughout middle school.
“I was too much of a coward to report the bullying. Today, however, I wish to speak up for Lauren Walsh. If needed, I can provide my testimony against Zoe and that bastard Freddy Hodgson. They totally deserve it!”
“I am an alumnus too! I can testify!”
“Zoe Harper was a big bully in high school too! I once witnessed her slap a girl multiple times, all because her victim accidentally stepped on her new shoes!”
“Is no one talking about Freddy Hodgson, that pervert? He should be arrested for sexual assault and abduction-aggravated assault. Throw him behind bars!”
“How dare Orlander Hodgson think of running for mayor after what his son has done? He should be glad that he didn’t suffer anything worse because of the scandal.”
“I heard that a few hundred citizens went protesting at the city hall today, demanding Mayor Hodgson’s resignation!”
A total of seven people had been arrested, including Zoe, Betty, and Freddy. They were under detention until they were formally indicted.
Meanwhile, the Hodgson couple was devastated to learn that their only son lost his tongue and injured his balls. Minnie took ibuprofen multiple times a day to soothe herself, fainting frequently from all the crying. All her time awake was spent crying and begging her husband to bail Freddy out.
“What else could you do aside from crying? It’s all your fault that he ended up in this situation! You spoilt him!” Orlander pointed a finger at Minnie while he chided her. “He attempted to rape Lauren Walsh, the daughter of Javier Walsh! He certainly has great taste in women, doesn’t he? He’s not only ruining his future but also dragging me down with him.
“The entire nation has probably watched him take off his pants eagerly and top her! My political career ended because of him!”
At the same time, Minnie was crying her heart out. She retorted, “How could you only care for your career at this time? Nothing is more important than your son!”
Orlander cussed, feeling his blood pressure rise from dealing with Minnie. Still, he called his attorney to help Freddy. Unfortunately, the attorney only had bad news for him.
Due to the scale of the scandal, the police rejected the Hodgsons’ request for bail on medical grounds.
“Go ask Mandy Lovelace for help!” Still stubborn, Minnie grabbed Orlander’s arm and pleaded, “Didn’t you have a good chat with her? She and Winston Taylor professed their support for you, didn’t they?
“Get her to speak up for you, and Freddy will be saved. Once we survive this ordeal, you can pledge to repay their favors whatever it takes.”
Orlander’s hope was revived. He was about to reach for his phone when he heard a frosty voice addressing him. “Why the trouble? Just talk to me. As a Taylor, I’ll be sure to pass the message to Mandy Lovelace.”
Silas, dressed in the prosecutor’s uniform, showed up with his colleague with intimidating airs.
Orlander paled. “W-Who let you in? You’re trespassing!”
“Orlander Hodgson, you are under arrest for your crimes as the mayor of Solana City. We have solid evidence against you.”
Looking serious, Silas waved at his men. “Search the villa and take away all the documents!
“Yes, Mr. Taylor!”
“W-What evidence do you have against me? Show them to me!” Orlander was secretly trembling from a guilty conscience despite raising his voice.
“I am the witness!”
Orlander spun around and was dismayed to see his loyal secretary of many years stepping out with a look of determination. “As the secretary to the mayor, I hold all the evidence of the mayor’s misdeeds from the time of his appointment. I am formally turning myself in, and I shall reveal the corruption and abuse of power by Orlander Hodgson and his wife over the years!”
Upon hearing that, Minnie fainted from fear again.
“You traitor… You¡ª” Orlander didn’t have a chance to snap back at the secretary, as two members of the prosecution had dragged him away.
At the same time, Jeremy sent Jonah and Julien to the hospital after their arrival. Then, he received a call from Silas.
Silas reported to him, “Jeremy, I’ve arrested Orlander Hodgson and his wife. They’re currently under interrogation at the prosecutor’s office.”
“As expected of Silas Taylor. You’re efficient. You must have gone through a lot of trouble. Thanks!”
“Tsk. Stop with all the groveling.”
Jeremy grinned at Silas’ remark.
