Chapter 91

"Alice? " As Lucas and Alex made their way toward the exit, a sudden exclamation from Alex brought their hurried steps to a halt. Following Alex's gaze, Lucas's eyes widened as he spotted Alice amidst the bustling crowd. His heart skipped a beat at the sight of her, relief washing over him like a wave. Lucas's steps faltered, his focus shifting entirely to Alice's figure in the midst of the throng. Breathless with concern, Alex rushed towards Alice, his words tumbling out in a rush of worry. "Alice, are you alright?" Alice turned towards them, her eyes brimming with unshed tears. "I-I'm okay," she managed to choke out, her voice trembling with emotion. "But it's...it's just terrible. I can't believe it. She was such a kind person." Alice's voice wavered as she spoke, her memories of the person she had encountered a few times in the elevator flooding back. Suddenly, a solemn figure approached them, his demeanor serious and focused. "Are you residents of this building?" the detective inq