Chapter 16

Daniel shifted awkwardly, dodging Alexander' sharp gaze. "Eira's records are the same as before the wedding-grew up in the slums, parents passed away early. The rest is... pretty much blank." Seeing Alexander's brows knit tighter, he rushed to add, "But the guy who showed up with her at the marriage office? He's definitely not some random nobody." "We're still digging-once we're sure, you'll be the first to know." Alexander pinched the bridge of his nose and slowly closed his eyes. Ever since that mess at the hospital, something just felt...off. No matter how plain Eira's background looked, her file shouldn't be this empty. Maybe it was those two men around her-they were probably offering serious backup. Daniel noticed the prolonged silence and frowned. Figured he might as well rip the bandage off while he was already in trouble. Clearing his throat, he lowered his voice. "There's one more thing..." Alexander's eyes flicked to him, the look enough to make Daniel's stomach drop. He bowe