Chapter 1394

“It means the brakes were initially tampered with, just enough to cause gradual damage. As Dolores continued to use the car, the wear and tear exacerbated the problem, ultimately leading to the accident.”

“That sounds premeditated! Like a murder!” Elyse exclaimed, startled.

Jayden nodded. “Yes, it seems the perpetrator harbored a serious grudge against Dolores.”

Elyse, seeing his concern, thought of Tracy. “You’re not suggesting Tracy’s involved again, are you?”

“No,” Jayden shook his head. “I’m just worried that if it’s traced back to her, the police might come to you.”

“Since her supposed death, I’ve never seen her,” Elyse replied. “I wouldn’t have anything to tell the police, even if they questioned me.”

Jayden sighed. “Let’s hope this is resolved quickly.”

The night wore on. Lowell, in his company office, worked late. Lately, he’d been exhausted, juggling work and hospital visits. Dolores had twice been in critical condition, keeping his anxiety high. Then, a soft click broke the silence.

The lights flickered and died, plunging the office into darkness. Lowell, reviewing documents, paused, perplexed.

“Did the lights go out?” he murmured.

“No, I turned them off,” Tracy’s voice replied from the shadows.

Lowell strained to locate her, but the moon was obscured by thick clouds. Resigned, he said, with a hint of exasperation, “Why do you always plunge us into darkness when you arrive?”

The click of high heels announced Tracy’s approach. Her tone was playful. “Because I’m the mystery in your life.”

She wrapped her arms around his neck, her lips near his ear, her breath warm against his skin. Lowell stiffened, his throat tightening, his mouth dry.

With a flirtatious tug at his tie, Tracy teased, “Why so stiff? Why not initiate something?”

Lowell hesitated before asking…