Chapter 308

Cecilia had mustered the courage to speak those words, but Sergio's brief remark turned her into a laughingstock. Tears welled up in her eyes instantly. Hailey yelled furiously, "Maeve, what kind of spell did you cast on Sergio to make him say such things?" "Grandma, this has nothing to do with Maeve." Sergio's intense gaze forced Maeve to avert her eyes. A nearby officer spoke up, "According to Mr. Brooks' testimony, it was Maeve's relatives, James Scott and Sharon Quill, who kidnapped her." "Very well. Arrest them immediately!" Richard commanded. "Yes, Mr. Carter." Several officers moved out together while Sergio remained resolute. He was uninterested in defending himself. Hailey gritted her teeth. "Sergio, will you tarnish the Brooks family's reputation for a woman?" "I must face the consequences of my actions." Addressing Larry, who was beside him, Sergio continued, "Larry, send grandma back." "Mr. Brooks..." Larry hesitated, looking at Maeve. "Mrs. Brooks, Mr. Brooks has