The Double or more Life of the Fake Heiress (Mirabella) novel Chapter 656

Owen stepped out of the conference room, looking like he’d just gone through the wringer. Johnny, who had been waiting outside, immediately walked over. Noting Owen's impassive face, he asked softly, “Everything alright, sir?”

Owen gave him a brief glance and shook his head slightly.

As they exchanged words, a group of people exited the conference room, their faces lit up with smug smiles. Leading the pack was the Deputy Mayor, who moved to block Owen’s path.

“Owen, you really need to watch your personal conduct,” the Deputy Mayor said with a veneer of concern. “It affects the council's reputation. Sure, we managed to clean up the mess online this time, but with your upcoming transfer, the higher-ups might not be so forgiving.”

His words dripped with insincere sympathy, the glee barely hidden.

Owen stared at him, his eyes cold and unyielding.

The Deputy Mayor relished Owen’s stoic demeanor. He thought, if it weren't for the old boss's favoritism, he'd be the one in charge instead of this young upstart.

Just then, a department head from the prosecutor’s office walked up, a folder under his arm. He nodded at Owen and spoke in a businesslike tone, “Owen, we got an anonymous tip last night. We need your cooperation to clear up a few things.”

“A tip?” The Deputy Mayor feigned shock, turning to the department head. “Someone reported Owen? Our Owen? He’s the epitome of integrity. There must be some mistake.”

The department head shrugged helplessly. “I’d like to believe in Owen’s innocence too, which is why we need to verify a few things.”

Their orchestrated exchange wasn’t lost on Johnny, who clenched his fists. Were it not for Owen’s cautionary glance urging him to stay calm, he would have spoken up.