Chapter 120 The Investigation

"Darling, it's been so long. Why hasn't she shown up yet?" Aiden looked down, setting aside the ring he had been holding. His eyes sparkled with determination. "You don't understand her. She will come." Aiden knew the significance of Clara's mother's belongings to her. Clara had wanted to retrieve them more than once, but now she finally had some leverage. Cheryl lay obediently in Aiden's arms, nodding. "I believe in you, Darling." After years together, Cheryl knew Aiden too well. 'What if one day I can't offer him anything of value?' She didn't dare think about it, only clinging closer to his chest. The doorbell rang. "Is it her?" Cheryl looked at Aiden. He gestured for her to open the door. Laura heard the commotion and came downstairs, wondering if Matthew would come this time. Cheryl opened the door and was greeted by a group of uniformed officers, looking confused. "What's going on? Did you knock on the wrong door?" The officers didn't say much. They simply showed their