The police station was in the suburbs, a district known for its law and order. Generally, few people would call the police or report cases, and the police officers there were under a little less pressure.However, that day, the police station could be considered crowded. All kinds of noises and screams echoed, and the outsiders might think that something terrible was happening.Paxton was going through the procedures. The police officers who took statements noticed Paxton's extraordinary aura.They thought, "The man and woman sitting aside must be from prestigious families. I can tell it from a glance."Although they are still young, they are already so good-looking, not inferior to those movie stars."The one who called the police was a driver. He passed the tunnel and witnessed the affray.According to his narration, the police arranged for two patrol cars to head to the scene.Unexpectedly, those who fought weren't brought back to the police station by the two patrol cars but
Catherine's answer stunned the police officer once again. He stared at her and asked in disbelief, "You? Are you kidding? You fought a dozen adult men alone?"Miss Swann, you are at the police station. Please be serious. Don't try to cover for someone. And don't try to tell a lie because every lie will be exposed in front of evidence." As he said, the officer turned to glance at Branden.In his opinion, it was impossible for a girl like Catherine to fight with more than ten strong young men alone. Covering for someone was the only possibility.Catherine couldn't be bothered to explain. She had told the truth and didn't care whether the police would believe her.If she could, she might shrug and tell them, "Believe it or not."Paxton came well-prepared. He handed the evidence he had found to the police officer. "The surveillance camera at the tunnel entrance recorded what had happened at the scene. This is the surveillance footage. It can prove that Miss Swann didn't lie. The d
After Kason hung up the call, he looked at Catherine.His gaze changed immediately as soon as his eyes met Catherine's. He looked more respectful and humble than before.Before he could speak, two middle-aged men barged into the lobby. They looked anxious.It had attracted everyone's attention. From the uniform of the two officers, it could be seen their ranks were high from the badges on their shoulders.Kason greeted the officers respectfully with a salute. "Inspector, Sir, why are all of you here?"The two officers glared at Kason, expressing their dissatisfaction.The commissioner had called them personally, and the matter seemed urgent. They dared not disobey his order.The two officers looked around and saw Paxton. After confirming he was the one, the inspector approached him and respectfully greeted Paxton."Mr. Duncan, it's a pleasure to meet you. You should have sent your subordinate instead of coming over personally."Paxton glanced at the officer and was still stern
Paxton pulled over the car at the gate of the Swanns.Catherine said nothing during the ride from the police station to the Swanns. She did not intend to ask Branden why he had brought her to this place.She was involved, yet she gave others a feeling that she didn't care about this, like she had nothing to do with it.This was the second time Branden had visited the Swanns. The last time he was there was at Vicente's funeral. He had never thought he would be the one who would bring Catherine back.It made him wonder what Vicente would think if he knew this.The maids did not show much enthusiasm when they saw it was Catherine visiting.The maids were all Rachael's workers and naturally would not be nice to Catherine. One of the maids who talked to Catherine did not even address her as Miss Swann. All she did was ask coldly, "Who are you looking for? Do you know you have to make an appointment to get in?"Facing the maid's attitude, Branden frowned and took Catherine a step back
Johnathan received Dayton's secret message, saying he was taken to the police station.He had a bad premonition and wanted his mother's help.Unexpectedly, he heard the maid mentioning Catherine was back.He was so scared that he dashed into his room and locked himself in it. Catherine might not lay her hands on him in the Swanns' place.Meanwhile, Catherine and Branden were in the living room downstairs.The atmosphere of the living room was strange. Korbin had asked Branden his motive for visiting the Swanns.Branden took a case file from the police station and handed it to Korbin."Mr. Swann, take a look at this!"Korbin was taken aback by it and read through the document seriously.The victim had already been changed to Branden.Korbin was startled by what he saw.He had never expected there would be someone in Casier who would dare to assassinate Branden. That person must be foolish!However, what shocked him most was Branden showing him the information. So, he knew th
Johnathan covered his cheek and looked at his father in disbelief.His father was stern, but he would never slap him in public or scold him when outsiders were around.Yet his father slapped him before his jinxed sister and with Branden and the others around. It was strange.Johnathan wanted to retort after he recovered from his shock, but his father scolded him before he could do so.Korbin stared at Johnathan and cursed like Johnathan was not his son."You bastard! Kneel now!"Johnathan knelt subconsciously after being slapped.Rachael got the news of Catherine visiting their place as soon as Catherine arrived.She immediately headed back home and saw her son kneeling before everyone.She was pissed and questioned without even caring who was around. "What is going on here?"Korbin lifted his head and looked at Rachael coldly and in displeasure.Immediately, Rachael realized something was off.She quickly calmed down and gently said, "Hubby, what's wrong? What did Johnny d
Korbin understood what Paxton meant for sure. Paxton might only be Branden's assistant.However, what he said represented Branden's intention.Korbin did not speak up soon and looked at Rachael instead. He wanted her to settle this matter.Rachael panicked. She did not expect this matter to be so serious.Being imprisoned for ten years would mean her son's life would be doomed.She would never let that happen.Under her husband's instigation, she decided to beg Branden for mercy.The only person who could turn the table was Branden.She put down her arrogance and looked at Branden with a smile."Mr. Duncan, I think this must be a misunderstanding."It was again the same old sentence.Branden did not even look at her. Feeling awkward, Racheal decided to punish her son.She turned around and slapped Johnathan. It was a loud slap as if she was trying to prove something.Johnathan was dumbfounded again. This was the first time his mother had slapped him in his life.Rachael g
As Rachael Lang listened to her husband's changing tone, she instantly grasped the situation. Despite the ups and downs of their many years of marriage, the level of understanding and unspoken communication between them was still intact.She turned and angrily scolded Johnathan Swann, looking like she couldn't believe his recklessness."John, you are such a foolish child. How could you do this? It's bad enough that you're overthinking things, but you went as far as harming your sister, Kathy, as well. She is your sister, and we're family. How could you do this?" rebuked Rachael incredulously.Rachael sternly warned Johnathan, "I'm telling you now, I won't tolerate this incident today. You owe your sister an explanation!"This reprimand even made Paxton Duncan, who was standing nearby, feel uncomfortable. He seemed to understand why Catherine Swann always had that icy and distant demeanor in order to keep everyone at arm's length.Dealing with a family like this would be strang