Chapter 1718

Since Ralph looked solemn, Bella and Justin took his request seriously. “Do tell, Ralph.” “Both of you are well known for your do-good mission.” Ralph made a jealous face. Justin turned to the love of his life and pinched the nape of her neck for a massage. “I’m not. I’m just supporting Bella. Bella is the best. She’s smart and kind.” “Ralph was mocking us, but you were humble and put the flattery on me. The weight of responsibility might just kill me.” Bella narrowed her eyes and elbowed Ralph in the ribs. “I wasn’t mocking you. I’m serious.” Ralph adopted a grim countenance. “The perpetrator who held Carrie hostage killed two school bullies.” Justin grimaced. Bella’s eyes reflected iciness. The couple had experienced abuse to some extent in their childhood, so they were against bullying more than anyone else. “The perpetrator has a daughter who endured abuse from these five bullies. The bullies even took indecent photos of her and made the girl their slave, or th