Chapter 559: Evidence of Murder Found
Since the Celestial Alliance had chosen Ferris as a client, they had naturally investigated his background thoroughly. Ferris himself had no money, but he had previously transferred all of Chloe’s assets, including companies and properties, to his name. Now worth billions, he was certainly a wealthy man. Ferris had originally made these transfers to control Joy Chaucer and make her obedient, but her detention completely thwarted his plans. He wasn’t particularly ambitious about money; what he craved was the thrill of conquering Joy Chaucer.
Joy Chaucer was now pregnant with his child, which struck a tender chord in him as an orphan. Sitting in front of his computer, Ferris sent out a message and quickly received a reply: “One billion dollars, complete the task within three days.” Seeing the figure, Ferris was astonished-it demanded his entire fortune without a penny less. Worried about being scammed, he didn’t agree immediately and replied: “How can I be sure you can do it? I’ll pay a deposit first and the balance upon completion.” The other party responded promptly: “Deal.”
Following the provided account details, Ferris transferred the money. Even after completing the transaction, it felt like a dream to him. This involved breaking Joy Chaucer out of police custody-a crime. Could these people really accomplish it? Holding onto a glimmer of hope, Ferris knew he couldn’t rescue Joy Chaucer himself and had to rely on others.
Detention Center
This was Joy Chaucer’s second time being brought in, both times by Meredith. From initial anger to eventual despair, Joy Chaucer sat in a corner, fully aware that she wouldn’t get out this time. She longed to escape, wondering why the useless Ferris hadn’t come to bail her out yet. Had Ferris given up on her? No, she was carrying his child; he wouldn’t abandon her.This is the property of Nô-velDrama.Org.
Joy Chaucer’s mental state was deteriorating. She couldn’t sleep well; whenever she was about to fall asleep, an officer would shine a bright light in her eyes to keep her awake. She fainted once from exhaustion but remained resolute, refusing to confess anything about Ruby, Fiona, or Justin.
Exhausted and haggard after several days in detention, Joy Chaucer sat through nights and days without rest. However, justice has its way of catching up. Liam Michaelson found evidence of Joy Chaucer running over Ruby while sorting through Ethan Channing’s belongings.
Elated with the discovery, Liam Michaelson summoned Joy Chaucer for another interrogation. In the interrogation room, under the harsh light with bloodshot eyes, Joy Chaucer defiantly said: “Liam Michaelson, are you trying to force a confession? I didn’t do it; don’t think you can frame me. You’re all Meredith’s lackeys.”
Still arrogant and dismissive, she looked at Liam Michaelson with disdain. “Joy Chaucer, take a look at these,” Liam Michaelson said as he threw a stack of photos in front of her.
The photos showed Joy Chaucer running over Ruby repeatedly with her car. Ethan Channing had sent some photos without showing Joy Chaucer’s face to Terrence but also took ones that clearly showed her face. In the images, Joy Chaucer appeared brazenly ruthless as she drove back and forth over Ruby even after she had stopped breathing.
As an experienced officer who had seen countless horrific cases, Liam Michaelson was still shocked by the brutality depicted in the photos. What kind of deep-seated hatred could drive someone to such extremes?
Seeing the photos made Joy Chaucer turn pale; she almost lost her composure and exclaimed emotionally: “No, it wasn’t me! These photos are doctored; you’re trying to frame me!”
“Joy Chaucer,” Liam Michaelson said angrily, “you’re still trying to deny it? Ruby was just in her twenties-a young life snuffed out by you. Don’t you feel any remorse?”
“I didn’t do it; I was at CC Club that day,” Joy Chaucer insisted stubbornly.
“Joy Chaucer,” Liam Michaelson said sternly, “look closely at the photos-they have timestamps on them.” He added gravely: “These pieces of evidence will stand up in court; they are irrefutable proof of your crime.”