Chapter 18

Since the investigation would take some time, the Torres family stayed in Lumen City. During this period, the Chandra family tried to find various connections to plead for mercy almost every day, but they were always rejected. The Clarke family soon learned about this news as well and hurried back. As soon as Mia walked out of the police station, she saw Liam waiting outside. After not seeing him for just a few days, he looked much more haggard with bloodshot eyes. When he saw her, a flash of guilt crossed his face as he spoke in a low voice. "Mia." Mia couldn't be bothered with him and pretended not to see him, stepping forward to leave. Before she could go down the stairs, Liam hurriedly blocked her path. "Can we talk for a bit?" Mia figured the only reason he was even here was because of the case. They must have summoned him in for questioning. Most likely, he was here to plead on Riley's behalf. She'd heard enough of these kinds of words over the past few days and was runni