CHAPTER 72
Author: Benazir
last update2024-11-30 12:53:41

Juliet walked briskly down the quiet street, her heart racing with a mix of anxiety and determination.

After what had happened at the warehouse, she couldn’t shake the feeling of fear . But She had to know the truth about Louis—and Pearl.

The photograph that had plagued her thoughts, the rumors swirling about their relationship—it all led back to Tanner.

She’d gone to Tanner’s apartment for answers, thinking he was the key to unreveal the mystery.

But this time, as she arrived, something felt different.

The usual quiet of the building was replaced by flashing police lights.

Officers milled around outside, and the building was taped off with caution signs.

"What happened?" she asked, walking toward the police officer who stood nearby.

The officer glanced at her briefly, then turned his attention back to the building.

"There’s been a murder. We’re investigating."

Juliet froze, her blood running cold.

Murder? Tanner? Had he been killed because of the secrets he knew?

Her stomach twisted
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