Chapter 262 Menu Lennon thought briefly and then spoke his mind, âCurrently, I donât have any leads, but I should have an answer soon. Some things always leave traces when done. Last night, I already asked someone to report to the police, and they are investigating.â
Mariela lowered her eyes, deep in thought.
After long pause, she spoke in a flat tone, âJaime visited me last night.â
Lennonâs arm around her gripped tighter.âWhy did he come?â
Mariela said, her voice gentle, âHe came to tell me you were with Dalia last night. He said you sent someone to get Dalia from the police. He tried to mislead me, making me think Dalia might be pregnant with your child.â
Lennon asked softly, âWhat do you feel inside?â
Mariela replied, âHonestly, I was so anxious and upset that my hands trembled. I feared you had betrayed me. But then I realized he was trying to separate us. I trust you wonât cheat on me.â
At this point, Marielaâs voice had a touch of sadness. She murmured, âI didnât expect Dalia to be killed last night.â
Lennon patted Marielaâs back gently to comfort her, âItâs fine, Marie. Even if you doubted me, it wouldnât have mattered. I would have explained everything to you. Iâm glad you trust me. I didnât expect Daliaâs death either.â
Mariela asked quietly, âWas Dalia forced? When she kidnapped Angel, her hand shook while holding the dagger, and she looked very nervous and scared. She didnât seem inherently evil.â
Lennon nodded.
âShe was coerced.â
Mariela clung to Lennon tightly.âLenny, the person orchestrating this must be a ruthless madman. You need to be careful too.â
His gaze was piercing, his jaw clenched.âDonât worry about me. I will be vigilant.â