RISE OF THE EX-CONVICT

CHAPTER 267 - DISTRUST 2

The mention of Wraith's name caused a flicker of emotion to pass across Nicholas's features, but it was quickly masked. Nicholas turned to were Ryan was standing, "Is that true?"

"No! Wraith has been in police custody since the incident. There's no way he could have spoken to the press," Ryan interjected, a frown marring his brow.

Corer's eyes narrowed, and she turned her gaze to Ryan. "Perhaps the police informed the press, then."

Ryan chuckled, "This is highly confidential information – And the police wouldn't dare to release such information to the press without our permission."

"Well, who knows? Maybe you are even the one who leaked it to the press and try to pin it on someone because you know Mr Loughty trusts. Right?" Corer was fuming as she spoke, but her tone was stable and low.

Ryan's expression darkened, and he took a step forward, his body tense with anger. "How dare you!?" he growled.

Before the situation could escalate, Nicholas raised a hand,