"What ... what photo are you talking about? I don't understand what you're referring to!"Stanley, who was being held by the black-suited bodyguards, vehemently denied the allegations. He was well aware of what he had done just yesterday. Still, given the current situation, he had no intention of admitting to anything. Furthermore, there were countless other people who had posted inappropriate photos of women online and had done far worse things. Why were they singling him out? Despite his refusal, Sam remained unfazed. They had come here with a different objective in mind, and the photos were only incidental. Their primary goal was to find Rebecca. However, when Sam witnessed Stanley desperately denying his heinous actions despite being clearly guilty, he found it rather amusing. Sam looked at Stanley’s twisted expression and grinned. "If you can't understand me, that's alright. But if you're still clueless about what's about to happen next, then ..." He didn't finish h
"So, you're admitting that you took that photo," Nate said as his sharp gaze locked onto Stanley.It wasn't just Nate; the others also directed their intense gazes towards Stanley. They were all aware of the truth behind the photo; they simply needed a clear acknowledgment to proceed. At this point, Stanley had no choice but to confess. He couldn't muster the courage to meet the gazes of the Johnson brothers. He hung his head in shame. After a long silence, Stanley finally spoke in a defeated tone. "Yes, I did take the photo. But I never intended any harm towards that lady. I simply found her attractive and took a few photos. As for those videos and photos you've come across, they were all created by the tech-savvy individuals within the group. It truly has nothing to do with me!" Stanley admitted to taking the photos, but he vehemently denied any malicious intent. He emphasized that he was simply capturing images of an attractive lady he had spotted passing by, and he h
Stanley had already provided all the necessary information. Caleb and the others also felt that there was little more they could extract from him.On their way to this location, Caleb had already investigated the person responsible for posting the photos and videos. It was evident that Stanley was just an ordinary person with no hidden agenda. The online publication of the photos and videos appeared to be driven by personal motives, rather than any broader scheme. As for the issues related to David and Randy, they believed that Stanley had limited knowledge about them. Caleb wasn't very acquainted with David and hadn't interacted with him much. However, the intense confrontation they had just witnessed and the use of lethal force against Daniel indicated that David wasn't someone who casually roamed in different places. Hence, it wasn't difficult to conclude that Stanley was speaking truthfully in his account. During this period, it appeared that David and Rebecca had been l
Before Albert and the others had a chance to ponder further, Sam, who had just returned from outside, interrupted their contemplations.Fearing that Sam might have used excessive force that could lead to further complications, Albert leaned in and asked, "You didn't get too rough with him, did you?" The previous commotion had resonated throughout the house, and Albert was concerned that Sam might have been overly aggressive, potentially escalating the situation. Despite the dynamics of this small community, the locals were closely-knit. While they might engage in daily squabbles and disputes, they would band together when significant issues arose, especially against outsiders. Albert was apprehensive that if the situation escalated, they might be the ones unable to leave unscathed. "Don't worry, Albert. I held back," Sam replied nonchalantly. He had probably been a bit rough outside, as his knuckles were a little red. Even in the dim light, the marks were clearly visible.
Fairport, located in Seabound Southwest, was a renowned tourist destination with excellent and convenient transportation. The city's large and ever-increasing population meant that even A-list celebrities could go unnoticed by regular travelers.On busy holidays, some celebrities were compelled to purchase regular tickets for public transportation. Their fans often hesitated to approach them, fearing they might have to give up their seats.Rebecca, accompanied by David, arrived in Fairport the following day. The city's scenic beauty was enchanting. They decided to take a break and stay overnight, allowing them to explore the area briefly.Of course, this opportunity was hard-earned, and mainly through Rebecca's insistence.She had spent nearly a month in that house and rarely ventured out, except for the day she went out to investigate David's altercation.At last, with the picturesque scenery before her and David's assurance that they could catch a flight out whenever they wished
Rebecca wasn't resistant to the idea of leaving, but a peculiar reluctance seemed to linger in her heart.She didn't know where it came from, yet it compelled her to seek a reason, perhaps from Daniel, for a compelling reason to leave."Dan, I'm not against the idea of leaving with you," Rebecca said, her gaze rife with complex emotions shimmering in her eyes.After a moment's hesitation, she expressed her thoughts."It's just that I find our current life rather fulfilling. It feels unnecessary to leave."Of course, she hadn't forgotten about Daniel's career.She knew she could get by on her own, even without relying on Daniel. She could find a job anywhere, earn a living, and support herself.However, these were her personal desires, and she couldn't impose her want for complacency on him.She continued, "Dan, I'm just saying what I’m thinking. Our life here is really quite pleasant, but if you have connections and capital abroad and want to pursue your business ventures, leav
Rebecca followed David back without immediately sitting down for a meal.After her emotional outburst and the sweat from being out all day, she felt sticky and craved a shower. Hence, even though her hunger pangs were quite pronounced, she insisted on returning to the hotel first to freshen up.The hotel's ground-floor restaurant offered a menu similar to what was available outdoors but at an even more affordable price.Prior to heading upstairs, Rebecca had instructed David to wait for her on the ground floor and pre-order their food. She wasn't picky and was open to eating whatever.David accompanied Rebecca to the room, and after seeing her off, he swapped his jacket for a different one and made his way downstairs. He also reached out to Randy and invited him to join them for dinner. Despite their time together, they hadn't grown too close.A short while later, Randy arrived at the agreed-upon restaurant.They occupied a window seat with a coastal view, where a layer of sand
Rebecca sat next to David. Coincidentally, one of the waitstaff came over with their food, which had been ordered in advance. They placed the dishes on the table."Why is there nothing for Dr. Collins? Are you not eating?" Rebecca asked, a bit taken aback. The waitstaff had left.Before Randy could explain, David, who had grabbed her steak and started cutting it up for her, spoke up. "He only just ordered. It will take a bit more time before it's served. Let's eat first.""Alright. Then you'll have to wait alone, Dr. Collins. I’m starving"Rebecca shot Randy a smile and picked up a small spoon. She took a bite of the pudding before her. She took David's efforts for granted, allowing him to help her cut up her food without any reservations.They had patronized this restaurant before when they first arrived. The food tasted decent, with the restaurant's only drawback being that they were slow to serve the food.Dishes that had been ordered in advance were still served quite quickly