Chapter 0080

Just as the confrontation between Ava and Jackson was escalating, Stanley appeared at Ava's side, his eyes fixed on Jackson with a warning gaze. "Ava, we need to leave," he whispered urgently. "Now."

Ava's eyes never left Jackson's face, her expression unyielding. "What is it, Stanley?" she asked, her voice low and even.

Stanley's voice was barely audible. "Officer Thompson is waiting for us. We have a meeting."

Ava's gaze flickered, her eyes narrowing. "Now?" she repeated, her tone laced with annoyance.

Stanley's nod was curt. "Yes, now. We can't keep him waiting."

Ava's eyes flashed back to Jackson, her expression daring him to make another move. "This isn't over, Jackson," she hissed, before turning to follow Stanley.

As they walked away, Jackson's eyes burned with anger, his mind racing with questions. What was Ava hiding? And why was she to meet with Officer Thompson? The same officer handling Emily’s case. The answers, for now, remained elusive.

Inside a room,

Officer Thompson,