Chapter 375
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spoke. “The dates of disappearmer for these people are all same. Each person went missing on August 23rd
“The forensis, er salts confirm that the time of death matches. Right now, there are ten bodies. I’m worried there might be more deaths,
“Let vart aside the deaths for now. The fact that all these victims went missing on the same day confirms that August 23rd could be a special day fo
the killer”
kuonaster finisheil. Oildlyi fell silent
“Accorilate tis magical trawning, there are twelve zodiac sigis,” Dilalys said, pausing briefly. “Ten are dead. There are likely two more. Keep a close warchian thar yilla. Nonne is allowed to get near or enter. The villa has been set up with a furrmation
“If there are 196 more deaths, the killer will fill a way to get those busies into the villa. This is what’s known as a sacrifice”
“What they need are living people. The people mist be alive when they’re brought in, and placed in the correct positions. Only when the twelfth person dies will some kind of agreement be fulfilled,” she added.
“Today is July 27th, and we’re less than a month away from August 23rd. Odalys calculated.
“Ter listened quietly, taking note of everything she said.
“Got it,” Lee murmured, his gaze toward Odalys now filled with admiration.
“He had respected her for her bravery and decisiveness before, but now, his admiration was almost overflowing
“Do you need me to assist in any way!” Evander asked, his voice firm Lives were on the line, and the situation had to be treated seriously.
“And, of course, this was Crownridge, the Stewart family’s territory.
“If the Stewart family can assist, I believe we’ll have a bener chance. The police force is limited, especially with so many officers recently dispatched.” Lee unid.
Tvander modded slightly in agreement. Just then, Percival entered from outside.
“He overheard part of their conversation, though not all of it. He didn’t interrupt but quietly approached, howed, and prayed.
“It wasn’t until Odalys and Lee had finished their discussion that Percival walked up confiderally.
“I’ve already had Callum assemble a 30–person team, dedicated to assisting your police force with the investigation of the suburban villa case,” Percival said.
Ler was thrilled by this news.
“Normally, outsiders weren’t allowed to interfere with investigations. Even if they offered help, the police would have to ask for approval from Ingher–uja. Hur Lee hadn’t done that.
“Thank you for the Stewart family’s support, Lee said, his voice filled with gratitude.
“Afterward, Percival and Lee had a private discussion, quickly reaching an agreement. Once their cooperation was confirmed, Lee thanked Odaly again and rushed off to the hospital
“It seems be suspect there’s a mule in the polic
police department, possibly someone in the higher–ups,” Percival said in a low voice. “She began “Otherwise, why have so many people died, and yet there’s been no progress in the investigation over the years it sex has been actively linedering the case. And today, the school explosion targeted Lee’s daughter.
seems like so
someone
is warning; him. Ler is smart, and lie probably knows what’s going on. He should have some idea. When you mentioned that the Stewart family had organized a 30–person team, he didn’t refuse.”
“Evander listened to the two of them cover so naturally and scanlessly, feeling a sense of relief,
cerns seemed to
He hadn’t expected Percival, who had always kept lais distance from women, to get along so well with Odalys. All his previous concerns
Lide away
“He had thought that he would never see Percival fall in love, get married, or have children. Now, it seemed like Percival’s life was about to become
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Chapis 7.3
“How about it? Want to have a barberin for huncle Inicial
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at do you think?” Odalys i
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Soon is bodyguards brought ces the prested ingredients. The three of them set up the grill outside the company, and Percival rolled up his shirt sleeves the places the tasty herf and pork belly onto the grill.
The meat qukly sest seling, she sound of fat shipping and the aroma filling the air.
satback,
Odalys and Evander sat baik, sipping cold Sprite, eagerly waiting for Percival to serve them.
“Odalys was surprised that Percival was so good at cooking
“I want samne pork belly,” Odalys said
“Evander pushes the plate forward, adding, “Give me some beet
“Wait a moment Perewal replied, flipping the meat. After a few moments, he placed the cooked pieces onto their plates and continued grilling
“Odalys and Evander ate happily, and Percival watched them with a relaxed expression, his previously tense face softening.
“Percival, your cooking skills are impressive. From now on, your cooking will be the key to my and Odalys happiness,” Evander said, jokingly passing the pressure ditto Percival
Mature and with a good temperament, Percival was well–suited in his position of power.
Having encountered so many people, he was naturally adept at embracing his role
“Alright, whenever you and Odalys want
want to cat, just e
Percival replied with a deep, amused smile.
“He served them more grilled meat and mushrooms. Odalys added some potatoes to her plate, and Percival placed some salad into hers as well.
“Thank you,” she said quietly
The side dishes were also delicious.
“After the barbecue, dalys and I vander were both full, but Percival had eaten very little, mostly focused on grilling.
“Evander, bemg older, rarely ate such food, and tostay he was thoroughly satisfied. “His cooking skills are impressive. This is the first time I’ve had meat grilled by him Evander remarked.
“Not far away a figure stood, glaring at the scene with intensity. She never imagined that Percival and Evander would come to this shabby company to live a barbecue with Odalys.
“What struck her even more was that Percival was the one who had taken the initiative to grill, thoughtfully serving Odalys and even affectionately pouring her a drink. As a mother, Edic had never experienced such treatment.
“After the insult she had suffered outside city hall that morning. Edie felt a surge of resentment that only grew the more she thought about it.
Odalys, but never expected to witness this scene. She certainly didn’t expect Evander to get
“She had intended to come here to cause trouble for ( along so well with Odalys.
“It seems I’m the studer heir. They’ve never treated me so well” Valur alumishi therell fury bubbling inside
