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" Hm, what would you want to ask a fraudster? But if you can get any word from her, it will help the police in doing their work” Avery said.

Bella raised her head to meet Avery's eyes and he immediately looked away, Bella knew that this man isn't Avery anymore. He looks at her with disdain and loathes. She can't recognize the man she hated at first and later fell in love with. The bond, dates, laughter,r, and teasing all felt good at the moment as whatever they shared was at a closed end hanging on a faint stick with no support.

Luke nodded at Avery and walked up to Bella. He had come to acknowledge Bella as a close friend and knew he had put her to this. “Get up" he helped her up and supported her steps, he led her into the office leaving Avery behind while pretending to be engrossed in his device.

As soon as the door to the office was locked by Luke, Bella turned to give him a tight hug and cried openly.

“Bella, you need to calm down. I know how you feel right now. Please stop cryin