Chapter 182

When the surveillance cameras from the previous days were checked, it was found that Jayden had openly taken gasoline and other items into the building and hidden them. He even deliberately approached Elvira. However, Elvira rarely worked overtime; she usually returned home on time and only occasionally worked late. Other people were at the company when she was there, making it very difficult for Jayden to succeed.

Yesterday, only Elvira worked overtime, so Jayden took action.

“Mr. Gilbert, when we were trying to save Mrs. Gilbert, this person even pretended to go back and help. We thought he was just an ordinary security guard. No one suspected he had started the fire,” the bodyguard said guiltily.

What happened today truly frightened him. Even though Elvira had been saved by Zach, both of them were injured. If Zach had been a little later or made a mistake in his decision, Elvira would have died.

“Haven’t you caught him yet?” Zach wasn’t in the mood to investigate the bodyguard’s negligence. He only wanted to catch the arsonist.

“His identity is fake. I suspect his face has been disguised. This person has a significant anti-reconnaissance ability. Since he dared to commit murder so brazenly, he must be sure no one could uncover his true identity or harm him,” Spike explained with a frown.

“Who on earth wants to kill Elvira?!” Zach clenched his fists, looking extremely furious.

The Willises or the Gilberts?

“Investigate this arsonist! We must find him no matter what!” Zach ordered coldly.

“Yes! I’ve ordered my men to lock down the entire city. I promise to find this person.” Spike immediately went to work.

Zach returned to the ward. He walked to the bedside and looked at the sleeping Elvira. His heart ached. A portion of Elvira’s hair had been burned; her waist-length hair was dry and lacked its original luster.

Compared to his and Cole Bennett’s injuries, Elvira’s were less serious. This was what he was most grateful for.

The medicine used on Elvira contained a calming ingredient that allowed her to sleep peacefully tonight. Otherwise, Zach feared she would not sleep all night. If that happened, he would be truly sorry.

He believed Cole didn’t want to see her in such pain either. Zach had many burns on his arm, so he could only sleep on his side. He held Elvira’s hand and smelled her unique scent before finally feeling at ease.

At the thought of almost losing her tonight, his eyes turned red. Tears welled up, but he didn’t dare hug her tightly, afraid of hurting her injuries.

He was destined to stay awake that night.

The next day, Elvira awoke. She suddenly sat up and immediately lifted the blanket to get out of bed. Zach had only fallen asleep near dawn. When he heard the commotion, he opened his eyes and quickly pulled her back.

Elvira was stunned when she turned and saw him. “Your hair?”

Zach raised his hand to touch his buzz cut and explained, “Half my hair was burnt yesterday, so I shaved it. It will grow back in a month.”

“That’s not what I meant. I’m saying that with your hairstyle, you look even more handsome.” Elvira raised his hand and touched his hair.

Zach held her hand and kissed it.

“Is Cole awake? I have to go visit him.” Elvira was worried about Cole. She got out of bed and walked out without even putting on her shoes.

Zach also got out of bed and stopped her. He insisted on putting on her shoes before letting her walk.

The two of them went to Cole’s ward. Cole was still unconscious, but the doctor said he’d had a reaction last night—a sign he would wake up today.

“Will there be any repercussions?” Elvira worried.

“We’ll have to give him a comprehensive evaluation when he wakes up,” the doctor answered professionally.

Elvira’s heart ached when she saw Cole’s wounds. She clearly remembered wanting to take off the oxygen mask and give it to him several times, but Cole protected her tightly and didn’t even allow her to move. Later, she couldn’t break free from him, even when he fainted. It showed how determined he was to protect her.

Zach held her hand and comforted her. “Don’t worry too much. He’ll be fine.”

Elvira turned around and rested her head on his chest. Her tears fell uncontrollably.

A portion of Elvira’s hair was also burned, so she had to cut it. Zach got a hairdresser to design a new hairstyle for her. Considering the length of the burned hair, she helped Elvira get a shoulder-length style.

Zach even got someone to buy several sets of soft cotton clothes for Elvira so her injuries wouldn’t be irritated by the fabric.

When Elvira saw that Zach was still wearing a shirt with stiff fabric, she felt sorry for him and asked him to change into soft sportswear, not wanting him to wear a shirt and suit for now.

Zach didn’t notice his pain at all. He only cared about Elvira and wanted to make her feel more comfortable. Only when she reminded him did he realize his shirt was indeed hurting him.

He held Elvira’s face and kissed it. He said, “Honey, you really love me. You’re so sweet.”

Elvira knew he wanted to make her happy, but she couldn’t be happy now. Thinking that Cole’s life was in danger made her feel even worse. She asked Zach what was going on with the fire, and she didn’t think it was an accident.

Zach originally wanted to avoid telling her those terrible things for the time being, but he remembered that she was the biggest victim. She had a right to know, and she had never been a weak person, so he told her the truth.

Elvira looked at the man on the screenshot and frowned. “I remember this person. Every time he met me, he would talk to me warmly. When I took a taxi, he would even open the door for me. Why did he want to kill me?”

“He probably worked for someone. If we want to know the truth, we have to catch him. I have two suspects now. One is the Willises, and the other is the Gilberts.”

Elvira believed Zach’s suspicion was correct. Amber and her daughter hated Elvira and wished they could get rid of her. And if Elvira died, it would be a huge blow to Zach. At that time, the Gilberts would be able to take advantage of the situation and obtain the entire Gilbert family fortune.

No matter what, they had to find the security guard before they could catch the real mastermind.

“Why? Why are you doing this to me?”

“Because only when you die can my son get the inheritance. Do you think I really love you? Hahaha! Why are you so childish? I hate you so much that I can’t wait to kill you.”

“So you were pretending! You vicious bitch!”

“It’s too late now. Go to hell with your mother!”

Cole suddenly opened his eyes. His forehead was covered in cold sweat. He looked at his surroundings in horror. The suffocating feeling made him collapse.