Chapter 115: Unravelling the Mystery

The sterile scent of disinfectant hung heavy in the air as Hailey, a weary but determined smile gracing her lips, stepped out of the hospital doors on the third day. Discharged at last, the world outside seemed brighter, the air sweeter. Turning to Mariana, who had faithfully kept her company throughout the ordeal, she squeezed their hands tightly. "Thank you," she said, her voice thick with emotion. "For everything." "Don't even mention it," Mariana replied, returning the squeeze with a grin. "Just happy you're finally out of here. Now let's get you home and settled." As they piled into the cab, the quiet was broken by a buzz from Mariana's phone. It was a news alert – two men involved in the restaurant fight had regained consciousness. Intrigued, Mariana clicked on the article. "Looks like Detective Charles might finally get some answers," she murmured, showing the article to Beatrice. Across town, at the police station, Detective Charles and Officer Miller were wasting no tim