Luna informed Josh of their impending marriage, eliciting an overwhelming sense of joy as if he could soar through the skies. He brought the license and a makeup artist to the hospital to assist Luna in her preparation.
Abigail sat next to them, watching the makeup artist apply makeup to Luna while she texted Sean. 'Luna and Josh will be joining us in matrimony.'
She thought, If all proceeds as planned, we should return by one or two in the afternoon.
After dispatching the message, she reclined on the couch and observed the trees swaying in the wind. The rustling sound gradually induced drowsiness, eventually leading her to sleep.
Analise, whom Abigail hadn't seen for an extended period, manifested in her dream. Someone guided Abigail into the mist, yet Analise intervened and pulled her back. She trailed behind Analise leisurely, keeping a close eye on her, and felt compelled to confide. "Grandma, I have decided to marry Sean."
Analise turned to gaze at her, her countenance exuding kindness. With a mere smile, the dream vanished.
Abigail awoke from her dream brimming with joy. Although she knew it was a dream, it still elicited feelings of pleasure. She retrieved her phone and observed that Sean had not responded yet, prompting her to await his reply patiently.
Luna was elegantly attired in a white dress that resembled her skin tone, seated on the bed in a manner reminiscent of an ailing princess.
Time elapsed at a slow pace.
After lunch, Abigail had not yet received a response from Sean, prompting her to contact him via phone.
Xavien responded.
"Where's Sean?" Abigail inquired of him.
"Mr. Graham has been apprehended." Xavien's tone carried severity.
Abigail experienced a moment of physical weakness in her legs, causing her to struggle to maintain her balance.
Luna observed an anomaly and inquired hastily, "What is the current situation?"
"Sean encountered a problem necessitating my return to Pendorf." Abigail terminated the phone call and directed a slightly apologetic glance towards Luna. "Inform Josh that the marriage will not proceed."
"What happened?" Luna shouted with a sense of anxiety.
"He was apprehended and escorted by an individual of elevated status, Luna. I extend my apologies." Abigail uttered with reddened eyes before turning and departing.
Luna tensed up and thought, The marriage could wait. What concerned me was whether my situation had endangered Sean.
Upon Abigail's arrival in Pendorf, she inquired of Xavien, her eyes tinged with redness, "For what reason was he apprehended, and to where was he conveyed?"
"I am not aware. They mentioned that the information is confidential." Xavien appeared to be in a state of helplessness. "According to Jonell, Mr. Graham employed Thesos mercenaries to eliminate Carl as a means of dealing with him. Carl’s family holds significant sway in Ansela."
Abigail leaned against the wall, taking a deep breath. Her eyes were red, with tears hanging from her eyelashes, rendering her fragile and helpless. "Is there no solution available?"
"I've used all available connections yet unable to find a solution. They simply left me waiting for any updates or news." Xavien expressed his helplessness by shaking his head.
Kadrick nodded. "The Simpson Family experienced a reorganization last month, during which Simond's father, Stephen, was tragically killed, with suspicions pointing towards Sean."
Abigail remembered Simond's prestigious reputation.
"Mr. Hinton—" Abigail was on the verge of pointing out that Sean had not yet left the country, but Xavien promptly interrupted her.
"Thank you for your assistance today, Mr. Hinton. Can you please provide me with information regarding the upcoming interrogation?" he inquired.
Abigail pursed her lips and maintained a state of silence.
Kadrick glanced at Sean, his eyes mirroring a sense of helplessness. "It is anticipated to occur within approximately a week. However, enduring recurrent interrogations of this nature can induce a state of madness."
Hence, they had only one week to assist Sean in vindicating his reputation.
"I have devised a plan." Callen, who had maintained silence until that moment, decided to speak.
Abigail observed the situation and thought, Sean harbored no fondness for Callen. However, on this occasion, he comes out, appearing to be utilizing Kadrick's influence.
"You may proceed first," Xavien said courteously.
"I believe that by publicizing Mr. Graham's story, the Simpson Family members will be unable to damage his reputation in the face of public scrutiny." Callen expressed her anger with a flushed face. "He has made significant sacrifices to assist numerous individuals in reclaiming their stolen funds. Therefore, the question arises as to why he should find himself in such a situation."
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