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Unexpectedly, Jameson’s office wasn’t locked. The team from the Investigative Bureau entered with ease.
Silas stood in the middle and scanned the room with a cold, appraising gaze. His chest tightened with a sense of dread. The open office meant Jameson had likely destroyed any incriminating documents, making it a hollow shell.
“Mr. Schmidt cleared this place out a long time ago, sir. Are we… Are you still going to search it, Mr. Taylor?” Scott stammered from behind Silas, already slick with sweat.
Silas eyes blazed with determination. “Proceed with the search, team!” he boomed in a powerful voice.
His team descended upon the office, taking it apart meticulously.
Years of experience dealing with bizarre cases, especially corruption, had instilled a relentless tenacity in Silas. Hiding a trail of dirty money was no different from hiding drugs; there were always creative methods.
Silas wouldn’t be surprised if this seemingly ordinary office harbored hidden compartments or even secret tunnels. After all, a high roller like Victor wouldn’t leave himself without an escape route, a double layer of security.
Utterly dissatisfied, Sillas snatched books from the shelf, flipping through them rapidly. searching for anything hidden between the pages. He meticulously examined each book on the entire shelf, sweat beading on his forehead, but his persistence remained unwavering. He wouldn’t be deterred.
There’s nothing. Mr. Taylor.”
“Nothing here too!”
“Same here!’
His subordinates were very frustrated. “They must have cleaned up this office beforehand. We’re one step behind.”
Silas scowled, frustration tightening his chest with each labored breath. Just as he reached for another book, his hand stilled.
A black hardcover copy of “That’s Capital’ caught his eye.
At first glance, it appeared unremarkable. But upon closer inspection, a tiny pinhole camera was discreetly embedded in the spine, perfectly positioned to capture the entire office. The battery-powered camera had long since died.
Silas’ heart pounded. He tucked the book under his arm and marched toward a stunned Scott.
Mr. Baird, Jameson put you fully in charge of managing Schmidt Group. So, I’m sure that you know the corporation’s businesses like the back of your hand. Come with us and cooperate with our investigation.”
Over the next few days, Solana City was in a state of volatility. Yet, the atmosphere at Heightsnew Villa was full of warmth.
When Briar sought cover at home, she made sure that she did not live there as a freeloader. She put her skills from her time working as a nurse at a department of gynecology and obstetrics to good use. She helped Lyla prepare nutritious meals for Tatiana to ensure that she got all the nutrients a pregnant woman needed.
Indeed, it made a difference to be cared for by a professional.
Lyla didn’t have to worry as much. She felt like Alyssa had brought home a precious talent who also happened to be a cheerful person.
Each day, she wondered how she could keep Briar with the Taylors. Perhaps she could offer her a high salary as Tatiana’s personal pregnancy nutritionist.
Tatiana was less than three months along, so her bump was not quite showing yet. Even so, Tatiana had grown a little plumper from the care she was receiving. She was more beautiful than when she was skinny, and she even looked a little more mature.
In the room, Alyssa and Tatiana were talking chummily.
Alyssa knew about the slight changes in Tatiana’s body, so she bought a number of clothes that suited her figure. Every piece of clothing was a limited edition, so she wouldn’t end up dressing the same as others when she went out.
Her brothers doted on her, and she gave all her love to Tatiana, her only younger sister.
“Oh dear… Why did I gain so much weight? I feel like a pig.” Tatiana grumbled.
Tatiana stared at her reflection in the mirror, her face round and full. Discontent gnawed at her. “I.. I should stop eating. I’m not having dinner tonight. If Sean sees me like this when he gets home, he won’t like me anymore!”
“You don’t look like a pig. Look at your slim legs and arms. You’re pregnant, so it’s perfectly normal for your hips to widen a bit.
Alyssa squeezed Tatiana’s arm, her eyes shining with the anticipation of their growing family. She chuckled playfully. “If you go on a diet now, it’ll be bad for you and the baby. Besides, even if you lose weight, your belly will just keep growing. What will you look like then?”
Tatiana was confused. “What?”
“You’ll have thin limbs and a round bump, just like a beetle!
Tatiana’s face flushed red with embarrassment. “Lyse, you…”
“Alright, alright. I won’t tease you anymore.” Alyssa gave her a warm hug. “I know looks are important to women, especially for someone in performing arts like you. You’ve always dreamned of being an actress. I know these coming days will be tough.
“But don’t worry. After you give birth, Ms. Thompson and I will help you lose the baby weight. You weren’t prone to gaining weight easily before, so I’m sure it’ll come off quickly.
“And forget about Sean! He’s been swamped in Solana City lately and hasn’t had time to see you. But the other day, I saw him looking at the pictures you sent him. He was completely smitten.”
“Lyse…” Tatiana felt so embarrassed that she turned as red as a tomato.
“Theard from Lyla that Sean has officially asked Winston for permission to marry you.” Alyssa smiled delightedly. “Sean is giving all his possessions to you as your wedding gift. He even gave Winston his payslip. Do you know what Winston said?
“He said nothing comes for free. After he marries you, Winston still has to promote him and give him a raise. At the same time, Winston has to pay your marital expenses too. Winston says that he’ll just be losing money on all fronts!”
Alyssa burst out laughing, and so did Tatiana. After that, Tatiana became worried again. ” Then.. Dad wasn’t displeased with Sean in any way, was he?”
“Oh, he’s over the moon. After Sean left, Winston couldn’t stop giggling to himself. He was just restraining himself on purpose.”
Alyssa let out a soft sigh. With a twinkle in her eyes, she remarked, “Dad isn’t as fit as he used to be. Even though he has never pressured us, I know that he really longs to have grandchildren.
“So, Taly, you don’t have to worry about anything. You are our treasure. You and Sean will definitely have a blissful family. We will make sure of that.”
“Lyse…” Tatiana pursed her lips. A wave of sorrow rose within her. There was something she wanted to say, but she feared upsetting Alyssa.
“I know what you’re thinking, Taty. Don’t worry about me. I’m fine. Alyssa lifted her hand and caressed Tatiana’s belly gently. Her gaze was warm and gentle. She choked out, “I have Jeremy. He’s all I need.”
Right at that moment, her phone rang.
Picking up the phone, she found Silas’ name staring back at her.
Alyssa knew about Silas’ team visiting Schmidt Group today. But honestly, she wasn’t hopeful
Wouldn’t Jameson have already taken care of any evidence by now? If that were the case, it wouldn’t be of much use to go to his company-Schmidt Group would be a dead end, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake but offering no answers.
The only result of the prosecution’s investigation into Schmidt Group would be the negative impact on them.
“Hey, Silas,” Alyssa answered the call, her voice cold. “What’s the emergency? Are you going to tell me that you’ve found evidence of Jamiper’s corruption?”
“No, we haven’t found any evidence of corruption yet.” Silas took a deep breath. In a chilling tone, he said, “But we did find a piece of murder evidence.”
Alyssa sped away from Heightsnew Villa toward Solana City Investigative Bureau after hearing the news. Her striking Lamborghini came to a graceful stop at the bureau’s entrance.
As Alyssa stepped out of the car, she paused. “Jeremy?”
Jeremy stood tall and imposing, wrapped in a black coat, beside a modest Maybach parked under a tree. The biting wind did nothing to diminish his statue-like presence. He had clearly been waiting for her.
Without hesitation, Jeremy hurried toward Alyssa. “Are you cold, Lyse?” He quickly removed his coat and wrapped it around her. Still, he thought it was insufficient, pulling her into a tight embrace.
“The car’s heating was strong. I’m not cold,” Alyssa replied. Concerned, she cupped his icy face with her warm hands. ‘Silly, I should be asking you. Why wait outside in this cold? You could’ve waited in the car. The wind is freezing. Did you think it was funny?”
“I wanted to see you as soon as you arrived,” Jeremy said, his eyes filled with longing as he kissed her palm. ‘Besides, have you forgotten my military past? I’ve endured temperatures below 20 degrees. This is nothing compared to that.”
Alyssa’s eyes welled up with tears as she recalled when they fought alongside one another. Her paralyzed pinky finger twitched subtly.
Shortly after, Silas arrived breathlessly, looking dashing in his court attire. “You look really cool, Silas!” Alyssa exclaimed.
Jeremy agreed with a smile. “Indeed.”
Alyssa gave Jeremy’s hand a squeeze as she playfully narrowed her eyes at him. “Oh? You’re not jealous?’
She teased, “You used to have such a competitive streak, always needing to outshine everyone, regardless of whether they were close friends or acquaintances. You’d get uneasy whenever I complimented someone else and quickly make yourself noticed. Now that we’ve been together for so long, are you feeling less of a need to compete?”
Jeremy turned his head and kissed her cheek. “I’ve realized it’s not about competition anymore. Back then, I acted out of insecurity.
‘You were?’
“I worried I wasn’t worthy of being with you and that someone else might take my place. My insecurity was so overwhelming it often robbed me of sleep.”
Alyssa pouted. “So now that you’ve won me over, you’re complacent? Does it not bother you anymore?”
“No,” Jeremy said, his gaze filled with deep affection. He slipped his hand into his coat, giving her rear a light squeeze, causing her to shudder.
He continued, “I’ve come to realize it doesn’t matter how many people are drawn to you or if you ever change your mind about us. I’ll always love and protect you. My heart will always be with you, even if we ever part ways. Once I understood that, everything fell into place.”
