Chapter 318

I froze, staring at him in shock. Brandon's father was the driver. If there were an issue with the brakes, it would be his responsibility. For a moment, neither of us spoke. We just stood there, looking at each other. After a while, Brandon's hand on my shoulder moved slightly. "My father was the driver. If the brakes failed, whether it was due to human error or a mechanical issue, he's responsible." A chill ran through me, not from the weather but from the emotions swirling inside me. If things between Brandon and I hadn't progressed to this point, it would have been easy for me to hold his father accountable. Now that Brandon was the closest person to me, I had no idea how to handle it if his father was indeed responsible for the accident. "Mae, you know I've been investigating my father's death. This is connected. Once I uncover the truth, I'll give you a clear answer," Brandon said with unwavering sincerity, not once faltering even though it involved his father. I knew Brand