Love and Devotion No Longer His to Claim (Angela and Dexter) novel Chapter 333

Angela was momentarily at a loss for words.

She pressed her lips together. After a brief moment of silence, she said, "I can only do my best to ensure you suffer as little as possible."

Her words turned out to be prophetic.

Because of Angela's prior instructions, the PR department of Graham Group handled the matter with sincerity and transparency. They promptly announced an investigation and assured the public that there would be a proper explanation for what happened.

As a result, the pressure from public opinion shifted to the police, prompting the Eldmere City Police Department to immediately send officers to investigate.

Angela was present at the time. Phil Leach, an officer from the police department, presented his credentials, stated his purpose, and then explained the situation to Angela.

With no other choice, Angela handed over Zack's blood test report, proving the claim was true.

Phil was a serious man. He carefully examined the report multiple times in silence before choosing his words carefully.

"Ms. Graham, it's unfortunate that this happened. Mr. Zack Graham has indeed engaged in an illegal activity. While we continue our investigation to determine the severity of his actions, we must take him into custody for mandatory rehabilitation. I hope you understand."

Angela frowned, recalling what Zack had told her before.

He feared being locked up more than anything. He had a record and was terrified of the police. If he found out he was going to be taken away, he would definitely cause a scene.

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"What?" Zack erupted the moment he heard the news. "Why am I being taken away? Haven't I already been through rehabilitation?

"What do they think I've been doing here while suffering for the past few days? Knitting? I've already changed my ways. Why won't they just let me off? Why must I be taken away?"

"No." Dexter flicked her forehead. "It's better to get it over with quickly rather than drag it out."

In the end, Zack had no choice but to be taken away.

Phil assigned two officers to escort him out. Several hospital staff secretly watched from the end of the hallway, shocked by the scene.

With Angela's and Dexter's influence, they could have easily kept Zack in the hospital. Yet, she chose to be heartless.

"Officer Leach, we'll leave Zack to you. Sorry for the trouble," Angela said as she watched them leave the hospital room, feeling deeply conflicted.

Zack was now in the police car. From start to finish, he never looked at Angela—not even once. Like a robot, he went with the police officers in silence.