Chapter 243 Dense Man After leaving the restaurant, Finnegan didnât return to the hospital but went to a nearby small park.
He walked straight into a dense grove of trees and said, âCome out!â
A figure darted out from the dark thicket.
Wrapped in a black robe, the face of the person couldnât be seen, but it was evident from the sturdy build that it was a man.
Finnegan knew exactly who it was. âYouâve been notified for days and only now you show up. It seems like you donât take me seriously. Arenât you afraid that Oswald will be released early and ruin everything?â
âItâs just that my master just delivered the goods to me. Please forgive me, Mr. Larkin.â
The person in the black robe knelt in front of Finnegan, speaking respectfully.
A playful smirk tugged at the corner of Finneganâs mouth. âSo what youâre saying is, I shouldnât blame you, but rather your master for delivering the item late?â
The man in the black robe bowed his head. âI dare not!â
âFine. Give me the goods, and you can leave.â
The person in the black robe lifted both hands, presenting a small, black-cloth-wrapped object, about the size of a palm, to Finnegan.
Finnegan took it and tucked it into his pocket without opening it. âGet up and get lost!â
The person in the black robe stood up. âMr. Larkin, my master also wanted me to ask you something. I can deal with Oswald. Why do you want to deal with him personally?â
Finnegan waved his hand and returned the way he came. âTell your master not to meddle in my affairs.
He doesnât need to concern himself with my business.â
âYes!â
Following the curt response, the figure in the black robe turned and disappeared into the darkness, as if he had never appeared.
Finnegan seemed unperturbed, leisurely returning to the hospital as if nothing had happened.
However, upon reaching the entrance of the inpatient building, he encountered a displeased Romona.
âFinnegan, do you lack manners, or do you find me undesirable? Itâs fine if you donât want to pay the bill, but why run off so quickly?â Romona complained.
Finneganâs lips twitched, genuinely helpless with Romonaâs attitude.
Trying to explain, he cleared his throat and explained, I suddenly had a stomachache. How much was my share of the bill? Iâll transfer it to you.â
Chapter 243 Dense Man Romona widened her eyes. âWhat are you saying? Are you dense?â
At a time like this, a regular guy would typically go out of his way to maintain his image.
However, Finnegan not only made up a lame excuse but also proposed to split the cost.
Does he seriously think I am after him for money?
Finnegan was about to speak when a call came in. It was from the ward where Quiana was hospitalized.
Thinking something might be wrong, Finnegan quickly answered. It turned out that Quiana had awakened.
âMy mom woke up. Weâll talk later.â
âPerfect, there are some things I need to ask your mother. These past few days, the deceasedâs family has been causing quite a stir, demanding results from the police department.â
Finnegan furrowed his brow. âIt seems they wonât rest until they see my mother behind bars. You can go and talk to her but donât mention what happened to my father. We donât want to affect her recovery!â
Afterward, the two went to Quianaâs ward together.
Although she had just woken up, with Finneganâs care and treatment over the past few days, Quiana was in good spirits.
However, she looked a bit anxious. âFinny, did I really kill someone? Are those family members really going to beat me to death?â
Seeing his mother like this, Finnegan felt bad for her and consoled, âMom, itâs nothing. Let Captain Quickwood explain.â
Quiana wouldnât believe him entirely, so it would be better for Romona to explain.
Understanding the situation, Romona stepped forward and sat down. âMrs. Larkin, although that old lady died, it was a completely unexpected accident. No one knew she had scissors in her basket, and it happened to stab her in the waist. Donât get stressed out over that!â
Then, Romona explained to Quiana the general situation and the corresponding penalties for such actions.
After asking about the specifics of the situation at the time, she left the ward to give space to the mother and son.
After hearing Romonaâs words, Quiana felt her mood improving slightly, but she still felt uneasy. âEven though you say that, I canât get over the fact that I hit someone. Finny, if I end up in jail, you have to take care of your dad and Rhia, understand?â
Finnegan comforted, âMom, donât worry. I will actively communicate with the family of the deceased, offer them additional compensation, and strive to get their letter of forgiveness. I wonât let you go to jail!â âDo your best, but donât force it.â Quiana felt downcast. âAlso, your dad and Rhia must be worried, right?â Having already prepared his response, Finnegan replied, âRhia is on a business trip with Ms.
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and currently doesnât know about your situation. I havenât told her yet. As for my dad, I havenât mentioned your situation either. I just said you wanted to go back to Dragon Bay for a few days, so I brought you back.â
Of course, Finnegan wasnât deliberately trying to conceal the truth.
He couldnât hide it, but as long as they didnât know during their hospitalization, it would suffice.
Quiana nodded, unaware that Desmond was also hospitalized, and Rhiannon was detained at the police station. âYou did the right thing. Donât let them know for now. Otherwise, they will definitely worry and wonât be able to focus on their tasks!â
Sighing inwardly, Finnegan skillfully changed the topic and engaged in casual conversation with Quiana.
However, Quiana had not fully recovered, and after chatting for a while, she got exhausted and lay down.
Finnegan waited for her to fall asleep before leaving the ward.
Romona, who hadnât left yet, pouted and said, âWhy do I get the feeling that youâre in a tough spot?
You have to keep secrets from your dad, your mom, and even your sister.â
Finnegan asked, âWhat else can I do? Let them worry about each other, and then put on a worried face?â
âYou jerk, canât you talk nicely?â
âClearly, I canât!â
After a retort, Finnegan entered the elevator. Romona followed, scolding, âI really donât understand what Bernice sees in you. Youâre completely a typical dense man!â
Finnegan pressed the button for the first floor.
A smirk played at the corner of his lips. âAre all you women so superficial? If a man is polite and considerate, heâs a gentleman, but if he ignores you, heâs dense. Have you ever thought that maybe the guy just isnât interested in you and only wants to be caring and attentive to the woman heâs interested in?â
Clearly a dense woman, Romona didnât catch on. âWhat do you mean?â
Glancing at Romonaâs proud expression, Finnegan sighed inwardly. What a fool. Then he replied, âItâs simple. Only my wife deserves to receive my warmth. Youâre only worthy of seeing my dense side!â
Ding! The elevator opened.
Finnegan left before Romona could react.
Realization dawned on Romona, and her pretty face flushed with anger. âYou jerk! Youâre deliberately picking on me. Stop right there!â
As she reached the doorway, she ran into Alisha, who was dressed in a striking red dress. Alisha looked enchanting but not vulgar.
Her face was serious.
Seeing her, Romona frowned. âWhat are you doing here?â
As someone from the Five Great Families, she had an inherent bias against those with a background like Alisha.
With an awkward smile, Alisha spoke to Finnegan. âJust now, Felix called me. They and the Chappell family have already located the man disguised as a waiter. Should I wait for you to go over, or should they catch him first?â
A serious expression replaced Finneganâs smile. âWe finally found him. With the mediaâs attention now on the Sable family, itâs time to tighten the net!â
Romonaâs pretty face subtly changed Someone was about to die!