Chapter 264

“Steve, what’s wrong?” Bella asked with concern. Her eyes widened as she saw his disheveled figure. Steven, who was usually composed, stood in front of her with swollen eyes and pale lips, looking extremely pitiful. Asher asked, “Is this about Shannon?” Asher walked up from behind Bella, wiping his hands with a handkerchief. Bella looked over and was surprised to find bloodstains on it. Bella sighed at the realization that her brother had once again taken matters into his own hands, robbing her of the opportunity to showcase her talents. “Sorry… I’m really sorry!” Steven bowed. His apology echoed in the tense air. Puzzled, Bella glanced at her phone as it rang. Axel’s name lit up the screen. Bella answered, “Axel?” “Bella, Shannon left my place just a few moments ago.” Axel’s tone was tinged with helplessness and self-blame. He continued, “My team has been actively gathering evidence of Shannon’s abuse of power and bribery for the past few days. Unfortunately, it seems she was