Chapter 120

“Yes, she claimed that from the beginning she knew Max was married, but it was too late. Max assured her he would divorce soon, but after over a year, he still hadn’t followed through. Her family wouldn’t allow her to be the other woman, so she broke up with him,” Taylor explained. “However, Cindy said Max was very emotional at the time, insisting he would resolve things quickly. Cindy claims she had no idea Max would harm you.”

Wendy fumed, “That woman is washing her hands clean of this!”

Taylor added, “Since there’s no direct evidence linking Cindy to Max’s crimes, and she brought a lawyer, was very cooperative, and provided detailed records of her expenses with Max, the police have to proceed based on the facts. Cindy portrays herself as another victim, deceived by Max.”

I pondered for a few seconds and then asked Taylor, “Taylor, I want to arrange a meeting with Cindy. Is there anything I should be aware of?”

“What if she refuses to see you?” Taylor asked.

I chuckled, confiden