Chapter 292

Was it because life had made her more aware of the importance of money?

Seeing her expression, Lina Sweeney hugged her. “Grace, I’ve regretted for years not helping you sooner. I knew you were wronged, but I couldn’t find sufficient evidence to overturn the case,” she said, each word deliberate. These words had been buried in her heart for a long time.

“Even when you were in prison, I could only offer small comfort during my visits. I hated that feeling of helplessness. Now that I have some leads, I’ll do anything to help you. Don’t worry about anything else, and don’t feel you owe me anything.”

Lina Sweeney’s voice, thick with self-reproach, filled Grace’s ears.

“Lina, I might not have survived prison without your frequent visits and unwavering support. Your words weren’t just empty comfort; they gave me the courage to live,” Grace said, returning the hug.

Both women’s eyes were red.

After a while, they composed themselves. Lina Sweeney said, “I’ll ask the private investigator to continue investigating; maybe we can find something useful. Don’t alert the witness. Otherwise, he won’t admit to giving false testimony, even if you confronted him.”

Grace nodded in agreement. Besides, after three years, she could afford to wait.

After Grace collected the materials Lina Sweeney gave her, Lina Sweeney said, “I’m driving; I’ll give you a ride home.”

Grace hesitated slightly.

“Are you still staying at Jason’s?” Lina Sweeney asked, noticing her hesitation.

“Yes.” Grace pressed her lip, feeling the lingering ache where Jason had bitten her.

“How long will you stay with him?” Lina Sweeney asked.

“I don’t know,” Grace shrugged, feigning unconcern. “It’s not so bad. At least I’m well fed and treated.”

Lina Sweeney knew she couldn’t intervene, so she simply said, “Let me know if you need anything.”

“All right,” Grace replied.

They walked toward the parking lot, continuing their conversation.

“Wait here. I’ll get the car,” Lina Sweeney said as they stepped out of the elevator. Her car was parked nearby.

“Sure,” Grace replied.

Lina Sweeney walked toward her car. She took out her keys. Just then, another car approached and stopped in front of her, blocking Grace’s view.

A few seconds later, Grace heard a startled cry from her friend, followed by a car door slamming shut. Then, the black car sped past.

Grace hurried to the spot where Lina had been standing moments before. Lina Sweeney was gone!

Could Lina have been abducted?

Grace was shocked and instinctively ran after the car, but it was too late.