Chapter 1712: Never Started, Just Continued

Chapter 1712: Never Started, Just Continued

Joyce didn't answer. She continued browsing the news and enlarged

the photos.

She flipped through one photo after another, carefully examining every

detail.

"General, should we call Mr. Warner? I don't think there was any

estrangement between you before. In a situation like this, you should

proactively clarify things. I believe Mr. Warner will give you a

reasonable explanation,” Darrin said from the side.

"Wait. Look here."

Joyce suddenly pointed to one of the photos and enlarged it. "Although

it's obstructed, take a look. Isn't he holding the popular Sharita doll?

I've seen outdoor ads for these realistic dolls. Besides being able to

change clothes and style their hair, they can also apply eyelashes, do

makeup, and paint nails. It's the hottest toy among girls right now."

Darrin sighed and rubbed his forehead. "General, where is your focus?

We don't have the mental capacity to study toys right now. Your phone

will start ringing off the hook soon. How do you plan to explain all of

this?"

"Hush!" Joyce put a finger to her lips, signaling Darrin to be quiet.

Her gaze remained fixed on a corner of the doll, confirming it

repeatedly.

Indeed, she hadn't seen it wrong.

Luther bought the Sharita doll? What is he up to?

Continuing to browse, Joyce narrowed her eyes and her expression

turned serious.

"Darrin, I might have an idea of what's going on," she murmured.

Darrin froze and quickly asked, "What's going on?"

Joyce looked up and gazed at Darrin for a moment. “I'll tell you when

I'm sure.”

Darrin remained silent.

Wasn't this driving him crazy with suspense?

"Look at this photo. I think there's a hotel in the background. It's

deliberately blurred, and the news didn't mention which hotel they

entered. But the person who took the photo must have been following

them to capture the image, so they definitely know which hotel it is.

They clearly know but deliberately didn't disclose it in the report. What

do you think is the intention of the informant?" Joyce pointed to a

specific detail in the photo and raised an eyebrow, asking Darrin.

Darrin pondered for a moment. "The informant doesn't want the public

to know too many details, but they want the public to know about this

matter?"

"That's right. They want both exposure and protection. Contradictory,

isn't it? Who would do such a thing?" Joyce continued her questioning.

Following Joyce's line of thought, Darrin suddenly realized, "Are you

saying that the woman intentionally leaked the information? The so-

called Mr. Warner's first love, Athena, deliberately leaked it, wanting to

create a social sensation while not exposing too much of her own

privacy.”

"Exactly!" Joyce snapped her fingers. "Close enough, it should be like

that.”

She contemplated for a moment.

"You go and arrange things outside. If there are any reporters, block

them all. Let the news continue circulating online, but it shouldn't affect

our normal lives, especially Anderson's kindergarten. Go there yourself

today and inform all the teachers. No private discussions,” Joyce

instructed.

"Alright. But..." Darrin was also worried about Joyce. "General, if you

need me, call me anytime, and I'll come back as soon as possible."

“I'm fine. Have Mr. Arnold get more people and make sure all the

reporters near the Warner residence are kept away. I'll handle the rest

myself.”

Just as Joyce finished speaking, her phone began to ring.

She looked down and saw that it was Karl calling.

Helplessly, she shook her phone at Darrin. "You see, it has already

begun.”

Darrin nodded and turned to leave.

Joyce answered the call, smiling lightly. "Hello, Karl. It's been a while

since we last spoke. You're worrying about me again.”

Karl's voice was calm. "It seems you already know. Your voice sounds

calm, so I assume it's not a big deal. How can I help you?"

Joyce said, "Since Mr. Gregory called personally, I can't refuse. I really

need your help with a small favor.”

Karl asked, "Hmm, go ahead."

"You've seen the photos online, right? I want you to help identify the

hotel where Luther and that woman went. It's deliberately blurred. We

need to digitally enhance it to determine the exact location. The

informant intentionally didn't disclose it," Joyce continued, “I think

you've probably noticed it too, it was the woman herself who leaked the

information.”

"Yes, I called you because I wanted to discuss this with you. In addition

to the details you mentioned earlier, I also noticed something else. In

the third photo that was released, there's a person in the distance who

should be a bodyguard. It's normal for them to have bodyguards when

they go out. What's abnormal is the way this bodyguard walks, the

posture and movements resemble the professionally trained

Rohomes," Karl explained.

Joyce was taken aback. "Rohomes again?"

“Not only that. Try zooming in on the image of that bodyguard, enlarge

it as much as possible, and look at his wrist. There's a glimpse of a

tattoo," Karl enticed.

Following Karl's instructions, Joyce carefully enlarged the image.

"Indeed, there it is. Oh my, Karl, you truly are an expert, exceptional.

You notice even the tiniest details. So, what does this tattoo

represent?"

"The symbol of OGW!" Karl, who usually spoke concisely, got straight

to the point.

Joyce was once again shocked. "OGW?! I remember Luther mentioned

that the people who were chasing him before, he suspected they were

controlled by OGW. How could he be with someone from OGW?"

"So, Luther hasn't been with you recently?" Karl keenly observed the

problem.

"No. I haven't heard from him for a week, and he still hasn't contacted

me even after the news broke this morning,” Joyce didn't conceal

anything. "Karl, don't worry. Whatever he's involved in, I'll find a way to

handle it myself. Please take care of Juanita and let her know I'm fine."

"Heh, I can't hold her back. She'll probably call you in a moment,” Karl

chuckled.

Joyce sighed. Indeed, Juanita's personality couldn't be changed even

after becoming a mother.

"Joyce, I believe Mr. Warner must have his reasons. However, with

Rohomes and OGW appearing simultaneously, things are probably not

simple. Take care of yourself. If you need help, don't hesitate to ask,"

Karl stated seriously. "I have a feeling that it's not a new beginning but

a continuation of something that never ended. I'll hang up now, contact

me if anything comes up."

"Alright." After hanging up the phone, Joyce fell into deep thought.

Karl's words undoubtedly reminded her.

Seemingly unrelated matters were intricately connected to previous

events. Otis secretly contacting Rohomes, the recent frequent

appearances of Rohomes people in Khebury, and the sudden

appearance of OGW?

It's not a new beginning but a continuation of something that never

ended.

So, the events happening now are all a continuation of unresolved

matters from the past?