She hadn’t yet grasped the full truth and assumed he was speaking about the days since he had vanished.

A light blush spread across her cheeks.

“Let’s head home first. We can talk properly there.”

Eric blinked, caught off guard by her words.

What exactly did Hadley mean by that?

Had she… truly forgiven him?

“Hadley, I—”

Nearby, an officer glanced toward Ellis, waiting for guidance. What steps should they take next?

Ellis’ frown deepened as he gestured to his subordinate.

“Carry on. Follow protocol.”

“Understood, Chief.” The officer moved forward without hesitation.

Turning to Ernest, Ellis spoke with measured calm.

“Mr. Flynn, I trust you understand. Considering the situation, we have no other choice.”

Ernest remained silent, neither agreeing nor ing to the unfolding plan.

He turned toward Quentin with purpose.

“Get in touch with…”

“Cristian.”

“Got it.”

“Notify Ferris as well,” Ernest added.

“Right away.”

Meanwhile, the officer moved toward Eric and Hadley, who were still locked in an embrace.

“Eric Scott, you are under suspicion for involvement in a homicide. We are placing you under arrest. Please cooperate.”

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Shock widened Hadley’s eyes as she stared at Eric, unable to believe what she was hearing.

What? Homicide?

She must have misheard.

“Eric?” She blinked.

The officer stepped forward, pulling out a pair of handcuffs.

“Please hold out your hands.”

Unlike Hadley, Eric’s expression remained steady, showing no hint of surprise.

His face paled, and he gave a slow nod.

“Alright.” Carefully, he lifted his arms, moving deliberately.

“Wait!” Hadley clutched his wrists, her eyes darting frantically between him and the officer.

“What’s happening?”

The officer glanced toward Ellis, silently asking for guidance.

Ellis stepped forward, his expression serious.

“Here’s the situation…”

He had no choice but to explain.

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