Chapter 169: Detective Work

Damien The Day Before The apartment was eerily silent after the police left, their footsteps echoing down the hall as they departed. I watched Charlotte sit on the couch, her fingers wrapped tightly around the glass of water. I could see the fear etched into her face, and it drove me crazy that I couldn't offer her more than just a temporary reprieve. Of course, nothing had to be said. There was no way I would let her stay there overnight, at least not unless I wanted to completely shoot myself in the foot. I walked briefly toward the kitchen and pulled out my phone. “Hey,” I said to George after dialing his number. The man picked up on the second ring. “Hey, boss. Something came up.” I lowered my voice just so he could hear me. “I’m going to forward you some details. I need this person found as soon as possible, without any mistakes. As soon as you have anything, send it to me. My team will work on it right away.” “Got it. I’ll get on it,” George replied before I hung up. I then