Chapter 155

The connection between Demi and the criminals was the part Shelmaine was most curious about. Hugh explained, "She claimed she found them online. We investigated the channels she mentioned, and there are indeed groups like that, where criminals congregate for all sorts of shady business." The internet was indeed full of all kinds of possibilities. However, Shelmaine sensed something was wrong. Nevertheless, she kept her suspicions to herself. If she had shared her thoughts and Hugh, who knew Luke, had passed that information along, the situation would have become even more complicated. "Oh, by the way, Ms. Clarke, Demi has requested to meet with you. Would you be willing to see her?" Shelmaine paused before responding, "Sure. I'll meet her." "Okay. When would be convenient for you?" "Tonight." "Understood." When Shelmaine informed Isabelle about the meeting, the latter insisted on accompanying her. "I'll go with you." Shelmaine shook her head. "That's not necessary." Isabell