Chapter 81 The Guard

• As Gerard and the detective emerged from the dimly lit room, a storm of emotions brewed within Gerard. His face contorted with anger and frustration, while the detective, though disappointed, remained resolute.
• "Mr. Huxley, I'm sorry things turned out this way," the detective began, his voice tinged with empathy. "Trust me. I'm going to get him to talk."
• Gerard clenched his fists, struggling to contain his emotions. "I trust you, detective," he replied tersely. "But I can't shake this feeling of regret. What if he doesn't talk?"