CHAPTER 82
Author: Xtarpen
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“Boss, have you heard the latest news?” Tony hurriedly said over the phone immediately Edwin picked up.

Tony's voice shot through the phone, making Edwin's curiosity pique. “What’s the matter? Edwin was fast to respond, deepening his frown.

“Boss, Kimberly just declared Linda wanted over the news. It's all over, currently live. Funny enough the criminal tagged his own cousin as a criminal trying to take his life and offered the sum of a million dollars to anyone who finds her.” Tony dropped the bombshell.

Edwin and the others hastened towards the house, and Edwin didn't fail to turn on the TV. Just as reported, Kimberly was seen addressing the public, stating the rewards firmly as though he wanted to get a criminal.

He equally didn't fail to attach Linda's picture.

"Anyone who has seen her or has the information of her whereabouts should contact the law enforcement authorities immediately and will be rewarded with the sum of a million dollars." Kimberly completed and the next screen s
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