“I’ve never seen him around. I don’t even know how he got a photo of my boyfriend. I only got the picture that night, and it came without any text.”
“We regret the inconvenience, Miss Moore, but we’re dealing with a homicide. Please surrender your phone for the investigation and remain here until we’ve uncovered the truth,” said the officer.
“I understand.” Hannah nodded.
Upon returning to her room, everyone gathered around her.
“What’s the conclusion? Did he drown while swimming?”
Bryson cast a concerned glance at Hannah.
“Why don’t you give her some space? Head back to your room for now.”
Feeling reassured by Bryson’s presence, Lydia agreed, “Alright, I’ll head back with Grace.”
Once the room fell silent, Bryson took a seat next to Hannah.
“What’s the matter? Any issues with the officers?”
“They found my parking lot receipt in his pocket, and…” Hannah hesitated, then met Bryson’s eyes.
“They also discovered a camera and a photo of you. The deceased was the one who secretly snapped that picture of you.”
Bryson quickly grasped the implication.
“So, they’re suspecting you?”
“He had the photo meant to blackmail you, and my parking receipt.
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After a moment’s hesitation, Bryson picked up his phone, spoke briefly into it, and hung up.
“I’ll have my team work with the police on this. If someone’s trying to frame you, they won’t get away with it.”
Simultaneously, a knock resounded on Ruby’s door.
Her heart pounding, Ruby took a moment to collect herself before opening the door. Eliana stood outside.
Upon seeing Eliana, Ruby grew agitated.
“What are you doing here?”
“Why not use this moment to make a move on Mr. Mitchell?” Eliana suggested.
“Is that all you can think of?”