Lost and Found: Return of My Mysterious Fiancee

Andrew had no time to react when the call from the other side abruptly ended. He furrowed his brows, and before he could ponder further, the phone rang again.

“Captain Heisler, you’ve really stirred up trouble this time. The girl we apprehended today-she’s got backing! The higher-ups are alerted, and they’ve issued a strict order. If we don’t release her, we’re in deep trouble. You’d better come here quickly!”

Andrew was stunned.

The higher-ups were alerted?

What was going on?

Wasn’t it just a theft case?

After a moment of contemplation, Andrew responded with a cold face, “So what if she has connections? We conduct our affairs justly and have not wronged anyone. It is her duty to cooperate with the investigation as a suspect.”

“She’s not a suspect! We’ve already called your mother, and she confirmed that her bracelet wasn’t stolen,” the person on the phone said, “Furthermore, that Miss Reed isn’t a tenant at Pinkwater Alley; she’s the owner. She bought the place recently for three times the market price.”

“What?” Andrew was startled. “Not stolen?”

Suddenly, something clicked, and his expression darkened.

“Chief Kampwerth is furious. I’m calling you on the sly. Hurry up and get here.”

After hanging up, Andrew, filled with anger, flung open the door and strode over to where Elena was.

“Slap!”

Elena, who was speaking to Amber, was abruptly slapped across the face. Clutching her cheek, she looked at Andrew in disbelief, “Andrew, what are you doing?”

Andrew’s face was ashen as he demanded, “Tell me the truth, did mom really lose her bracelet?”

He had always trusted his sensible and well-behaved sister, so when she said someone had stolen their mother’s bracelet, he hadn’t doubted her. Moreover, since their mother wasn’t home after he returned, he hadn’t inquired further. But now, it seemed the little girl had dared to deceive him.

A glint flashed in Elena’s eyes, “It really was lost.”

“Slap!”

Another slap from Andrew, “You’re still lying to me! Elena, is this how I taught you? To falsely accuse others of such serious matters? Do you think my life is too long, and that the Heisler family is too comfortable?”

Elena’s face turned pale, “You… you know?”

Seeing her like this only fueled Andrew’s anger.

Thinking of what Chief Kampwerth had said on the phone, he grabbed Elena’s arm firmly, “Explain everything right now. I warn you, if you make any more trouble, I’ll kick you out of the Heisler family.”

Elena didn’t even have the chance to speak before Andrew dragged her away. Amber followed behind them, completely dumbfounded.

At the EFPD Crime Unit.

Andrew, with Elena in tow, hurried to their office.

From a distance, they could see Chief Kampwerth fuming with rage, venting his anger on a few law enforcement officers.

Andrew hesitated for a moment before approaching, “Chief Kampwerth.”

“So you know who I am! I thought you had your eyes on top of your head, not even considering me!” Chief Kampwerth berated him upon his arrival, “Do you think you can run the Criminal Investigation Division as you please? Is this how you handle cases normally?”

Andrew was at a loss for words.

Seeing him stand still, Chief Kampwerth kicked towards him, “What are you waiting for? Go apologize to Miss Reed! She was invited here and now she can’t leave! You have ten minutes to get her to leave, or you won’t have to stay either.”

Andrew immediately went towards the interrogation room.

Upon opening the door, he saw Tina sitting in the chair, her face showing indifference.

He coughed lightly and forced a smile, “Miss Reed, I apologize. It was my negligence. I trusted my sister’s one-sided story without further investigation and brought you here for questioning. I apologize.”Property © of NôvelDrama.Org.

Tina crossed her arms and looked at him with a cold smile.

Although Andrew didn’t know what sort of background Tina had, her stare made his heart skip a beat.

He quickly turned to Elena and said sternly, “What are you standing there for? Apologize to Miss Reed now.”

Elena’s face showed reluctance.

She had no desire to apologize to Tina.

But seeing Andrew’s murderous look, she begrudgingly said, “I’m sorry Miss Reed, I misunderstood you. My mother’s bracelet was found; our maid had misplaced it. I thought it was lost.”

These were the words Andrew had instructed her to say on the way.

“So? Am I cleared of suspicion?” Tina raised an eyebrow, her voice laced with mischief.

“It’s our fault, Miss Reedis not a suspect,” Andrew quickly said, “Regarding this misunderstanding, we will compensate. I will personally take you back.”

“I have no intention of leaving,” Tina stated calmly, “I find it quite comfortable here.”

“This…” Andrew was at a loss for words.

Hearing this, Chief Kampwerth immediately entered the room, offering a strained smile, “Miss Reed, I assure you we will provide a satisfactory resolution to this incident. Everyone’s quite busy, so maybe it’s best if you head back?”

If Tina didn’t leave, it would be him who had to go.

Tina leaned back in her chair, smiling slyly, “What sort of resolution are you offering?”

Chief Kampwerth choked on his words, then after a moment said, “Miss Heisler will be charged with false accusation and defamation, detained by law for investigation. Andrew will be suspended for dereliction of duty for three months, and the rest for two months. How does that sound?”

Tina pursed her lips slightly, “Since everyone’s so busy, I won’t be a bother.”

Rising to her feet, she gave Elena a deep look and turned to leave.

Elena bit her lip tightly, her face etched with resentment.

Chief Kampwerth heaved a heavy sigh of relief, “I’ll escort you out.”

At the entrance of the Ensford Police Department.

As Tina and Chief Kampwerth stepped out, Hugo, Jennie, and Zackary were rushing over in great haste.

“Tina!” Hugo, upon seeing her, hurried over, “Are you alright?”

Tina, touched by his concern, warmed inside, “I’m fine.”

Jennie pulled her into a hug, and after ensuring she was unharmed, let out a huge sigh of relief, “You scared me to death. We rushed over after seeing the news. Now that you’re safe, I am relieved. Are you hungry? Shall I cook for you?”

Tina smiled, “I’m a little hungry. I’d like some brown sugar buns.”

“Alright, I’ll make them for you.”

Pausing for a moment, Tina asked, “I made the news?”

Jennie nodded, “Today, all major media in Ensford were covering your story. Your father and I came as soon as we saw it.”

Tina acknowledged with a hum, a cold glint in her eyes, “I see.”

Not far from the Ensford Police Department.

A black sedan was parked nearby.

Nathan glanced at the scene and then turned to Jared, “Mr. Farrell, shall we still go over?”

Jared’s long fingers rested on the window sill, his eyes narrowing slightly. After a moment, he said, “No need. Let’s go.”

His fiancee was indeed full of surprises.

She managed to have Chief Kampwerth personally escort her out.

In Ensford, few could manage that.

On the road, Jared slowly spoke, “I need to find something for the Heisler family to keep them occupied.”

Nathan, puzzled, asked, “Are you standing up for Miss Reed?”

“She’s my fiancee. It’s not their place to bully her.” Jared’s voice carried a frosty edge.