Chapter 684: Assist With the Investigation
Hayleyโs POV:
Benjamin stepped in front of me, his voice sharp. โFrederick, whatโs this about?โ
Frederick responded in a level tone, โApologies, Mr. Southwell. It came up suddenly, so I didnโt have time to inform you in advance. Early this morning, three prominent physics professors from New College were found dead. Ms. Carsonโs notes were discovered at the scene, making her the primary suspect. She must cooperate with our investigation.โ
Benjamin scoffed. โYour investigative skills need serious work. Hasnโt anyone told you Hayley hasnโt been attending class lately? And your wolf canโt tell that sheโs just an Omega? How do you expect her to kill three professors, all ranked above her?โ
Frederick remained calm. โAs you know, skipping class doesnโt mean she hasnโt been on campus.โ
Benjaminโs eyes glowed red. I could tell he was about to lose his temper, so I quickly calmed him down, agreeing to visit the scene.
The incident took place at New College, an area with heavy foot traffic. To control rumors, the authorities had set up two barricades to keep bystanders away. After passing through, we arrived outside the Physics Research Building, where the deaths had occurred.
Just then, Hera alerted meโshe had caught a familiar scent. I immediately glanced toward the crowd near the barricades. Sure enough, among the onlookers stood Loretta. She wore the same coat as the suspected perpetrator, holding a book while peering inside on tiptoe. My expression hardened, and my fists clenched. If Loretta stayed there any longer, sheโd get dragged into the investigation. Since she was the one handling my notes, the moment the police questioned the department, sheโd become the real suspect.
Benjaminโs POV:
I noticed the change in Hayleyโs expression and followed her line of sightโLoretta was there, lurking suspiciously. It didnโt take me long to figure out the situation. Hayley and I shared a knowing glance before I gave her a nod. I acted as if I were searching for clues, then skillfully slipped away unnoticed.
Chapter 684: Assist With the Investigation
โThere are so many officers here. Whatโs happening?โ Loretta murmured to herself, clearly intrigued.
Just as she finished speaking, I tapped her on the shoulder. She instinctively turned, her eyes widening in shock. โBenโโ
I quickly gestured for her to stay quiet. With a subtle motion, I signaled her to stay calm. Then, tilting my head slightly, I led her away in silence.
Hayleyโs POV:
I let out a breath of relief as I watched Benjamin successfully take Loretta away. Meanwhile, the forensic doctor, who had been handling the autopsy, finally concluded. He walked up to Frederick, removed his mask, and said casually, โPreliminary findings suggest suicide by poisoning. No signs of homicide.โ
โSuicide?โ Frederick questioned, frowning. โAre you sure? Why would three accomplished professors take their own lives?โ
โCaptain Langston, please trust my expertise. Unless, of course, youโd rather conduct the examination yourself.โ The forensic doctorโs tone was sharp as he pulled off his gloves and offered them to Frederick.
Frederick grimaced, clearly repulsed. โThat wonโt be necessary,โ he said, his brows furrowed. โJust provide a thorough report, and Iโll handle the rest.โ
โSuit yourself.โ The forensic doctor tossed his gloves into a plastic bag his assistant handed him and strode out of the cordoned area.
โThe case isnโt closed. Where are you going?โ Frederick called after him.
โMy partโs done.โ Without looking back, the doctor waved lazily. โSee you next time.โ
Like everyone else, I was at a loss for words. Seeing the forensic doctor again would never be a good thing. Just as he left, a group of well-dressed individuals hurried onto the scene.