Chapter 214

“Murder?” Alexander Barron gripped Sarah Knight’s hand tightly—he hadn’t let go since they walked out of the hotel. “Not enough evidence yet. They're still investigating, so it’s unclear whether it was murder or just an accident.” Sarah closed her eyes, trying to calm the storm brewing inside her. “If I hadn’t stepped out to find you, I’d be the one splattered on the ground right now! Damn them.” Her anger flared into a bitter laugh, and she squeezed Alexander’s hand even harder. He had stepped out for a crucial call from the capital—something confidential and couldn’t be interrupted. And in that short window, everything changed. Thinking of that, Alexander’s heart clenched. He pulled Sarah into his arms, hugging her tightly, as if afraid she might disappear. “Sarah, thank God it’s not you… thank God…” His voice trembled slightly. Sarah didn’t look up; she couldn’t see his face, but the way he was holding her made her feel safe, warm. She could imagine the worry etched on his face even