Chapter 140

‘The usual suspects…’ Gabriel started. Elodie said, ‘Sebastian’s in a coma. Cyrus is in the wind.’ ‘Have you tried tracking Cyrus’s phone?’ ‘His phone is dead. He must have changed his number. And his wife isn’t exactly eager to help.’ ‘What about Harper?’ ‘She probably knows less about her father than I do.’ Gabriel fell silent. ‘Maybe you should slow down a bit,’ he said gently after a while. ‘It’s been four years. Many of the clues would have been long lost. It might take some time before fresh leads appear. In the meanwhile, I’ll help you track down Cyrus.’ ‘Thanks.’ Elodie shook her head. ‘But I can’t slow down, not until I’ve caught our parents’ killer. And fresh leads won’t just fall into my lap. I’ll have to actively look for them.’ Gabriel sighed, knowing better than to argue with his sister when she had made up her mind. ‘Fine. You’re just as stubborn as Oliver,’ he remarked, shaking his head slightly. *** The stench of jet fuel and tarmac assaulted Ari’s senses as he disemba