Chapter 178

It was clear to Gideon that Brandon and Queenie pushed Hera around because they had more power and authority over her. He could only clench his fists furiously. If only he was a lot more influential and powerful. That way, Hera wouldn't have to suffer from this injustice. "Hera, why didn't you deny their claims just now?" Gideon asked. Instead, Hera's response gave Queenie and Brandon leverage over her. "What's the use in denying it?" Hera shot back. Since Brandon, the deputy police chief, personally handled a minor case like this, that meant he and Queenie must have conspired together to pin the blame on Hera. This was the power of authority. Gideon's fists tightened even more. Still, he did his best to comfort Hera soothingly. "Don't be scared. I have a few contacts who work in the police department. I'll contact them later to ask for their help. No matter what, I'll clear your name." Hera smiled faintly. "Thank you, Gideon. I'm not scared at all." Her blatant trust in Gide