Chapter 70

Even though the voice on the phone didn’t ring a bell, what she said was way too specific, and I figured out who she was right away. Ruth Collins—she moved in with Victor Knight right after high school. After getting married, she worked at a glove factory back in their hometown. Two weeks ago, her mother-in-law kicked her out, so she brought her two daughters to City S and is now renting an apartment downtown. That’s what Jack Evans managed to dig up so far. He mentioned he’d get more details once he heads back to our old town to check things out himself. I’d been waiting on his news these past days. Didn’t expect Ruth to call me before he even got back to me. The moment she mentioned she wanted money, I didn’t hesitate. “If it’s money you want, I can give it. But I need to see you. There are some things I need clear answers to.” She paused her crying, and her tone flipped fast. “Alright. But I’m still at work and won’t be off until 8 PM. I need to take care of the kids at home, too. I