Crises in Love (Zora and Jaylan) novel Chapter 246

Feeling that I had spoken out of turn, I quickly glanced at Ronan.

Ronan was beaming, completely unaffected. "I can't wait to see this," he chuckled.

At that moment, Mayor Arlen, accompanied by Noah Atwood, approached. He introduced Bennett to Jaylan, who had been loyally by their side, emphasizing Bennett's important status.

Jaylan looked flattered and quickly shook hands with Bennett. From his fawning expression, it was clear that Bennett was the person Jaylan had been most eager to meet.

Because Jaylan had known all along that this was the key figure my father had been privately discussing. He and Irving had even plotted an exciting plan because of him.

I couldn't help but feel a sense of intentional matchmaking in the air. Could it be...

I quietly excused myself from their conversation, my suspicions growing heavier.

Gevena walked over with Mayor Arlen's wife and gave me a discreet thumbs up. "Well done! You'll be front-page news tomorrow!"

I shrugged, light-heartedly retorting, "We'll see about that. Don't forget I'm still wearing the label of a potential suspect."

They all laughed. Mrs. Arlen looked at me with trust in her eyes. "The innocent shall be proven so. I trust our police officers won't wrongly accuse a good person. They'll prove your innocence!"

"Mrs. Arlen, more than my innocence, I hope we can find the child soon. He's so young and innocent." I expressed my heartfelt concern.

Recently, I had been having an uneasy feeling about Evan, so I genuinely hoped we would find him soon.

Mrs. Arlen glanced around before whispering, "Marissa's suicide has been ruled a homicide. I believe the matter of the child will be resolved soon."

"A homicide?"

Gevena quickly shushed me. "The conclusion hasn't been officially released yet. It's not the right time."

I was a bit shocked. Even though I had had my suspicions, hearing it confirmed still sent chills down my spine.

Jessica, always the opportunist, quickly clung to my arm. "Mrs. Arlen, Mrs. Atwood, you flatter me. Aaliyah has always spoken highly of you two. She's always encouraged me to network more with you, but due to work, I rarely get the chance. Today, it's my honor to finally meet the two of you!"

You see, the Dawsons all had a knack for flattery.

"Hey... there's no need for such formalities. There will be plenty of opportunities to meet in the future. Just like Aaliyah said, we should all network more. You never know what opportunities might come up!" Gevena's words were like bait, hooking Jessica, the catfish in the mud.

Sure enough, Jessica looked flabbergasted. "I definitely will!"

Then she turned to me, " Aaliyah, take me with you to the next gathering!"

Gevena added, "Yes, Aaliyah, bring her along more often!"

I quickly interjected, "Just remember not to leave me behind!"

I then smoothly handed Jessica over to Gevena.