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Chapter 557
Chapter 557
Chapter 557
Chapter 557 Arrested on Suspicion of Murder Joe grabbed Lisa by the neck with a cold smirk, his fingers tightening steadily until her face turned liver color. “I can assure you that she will be fine while you…” Joe sneered, a thick, murderous intent filling his eyes. “You will surely die here.” The man before her exuded an air of nobility, his immaculate suit clinging to him perfectly. Only the rolled-up sleeve on the arm holding Lisa revealed a glimpse of the wrist. His gaze was ferocious, brimming with cruelty and a thirst for blood. It was as if he could tear Lisa apart with just his eyes. For the first time, Lisa realized that Joe could ruthlessly end her life, even in front of a crowd. “I…” Lisa struggled to utter a word. Before she could continue, the doors to the banquet hall were forcefully pushed open. A group of policemen entered in a single file, freezing in their tracks at the astonishing scene before them. “Release her immediately!” The policemen quickly snapped to attention, loudly reprimanding Joe.
The onlookers in the hall finally snapped back to reality, rushing forward to assist Charlotte. But by that time, Charlotte was already feeling dizzy and disoriented, a sensation that quickly swept over her entire body. With a cold expression, Joe flung Lisa to the ground. Lisa collapsed in a disheveled heap, still casting fearful glances his way. Joe sneered, “Don’t think that the police showing up will save you. As long as I want to… even if you end up in prison, you won’t survive past the first day.”
Lisa, who had seemed somewhat unhinged from the start, appeared to regain some clarity at this moment. Fearfully, she took a few steps back, then quickly scrambled behind the police officers, seeking refuge. “The police are here now. Every word you say is being recorded! I don’t believe your money can buy you impunity!” Enter title… Just then, a police officer suddenly snapped a pair of gleaming handcuffs onto Lisa’s wrists. Lisa froze in place, exclaiming, “What are you doing?” The leading officer stared expressionlessly at her, stating, “We suspect you may be involved in a murder case. We hope you’ll cooperate with our investigation by coming with us.” Lisa went rigid. She slowly lifted her gaze to the officer, then suddenly clutched her head and screamed loudly, “I didn’t kill her! She brought it on herself! If she hadn’t been hounding me day and night, trying to extort money from me, how could I have accidentally pushed her down the stairs?” The police officer stared at her for a moment, “You can explain the situation to us at the police station, but every word you’ve said contradicts the findings of our on-site investigation. I suggest you come clean and cooperate.” Upon hearing this, Lisa resembled an enraged and crazed dog. Her expression contorted and manic, she shouted, “You must have been bribed! I’m innocent! That woman deserves to die! She should die!” Meanwhile, Joe had little attention left for the commotion. He swiftly lifted Charlotte into his arms, his voice filled with urgency, “Are you alright? I’ll call a doctor right away!” Charlotte had no strength left. She weakly leaned against Joe’s shoulder, unconsciously nuzzling
against him. A faint blush spread across her face. Joe furrowed his brow; something seemed off about the situation. He rushed back to his apartment as quickly as possible, and within less than two minutes, his private doctor arrived. Vincent had been a longtime friend of Joe. Seeing the evident concern in Joe’s expression, he had originally intended to make a light-hearted comment. However, before he could utter a word, Joe gave him a cool glance, “If you can’t cure her, don’t blame me for not being polite to you