Chapter 293
Mr. Blanchet's influence
was something they can't just brush off, while Ms. Howard's brother, Balfour, has repeatedly stressed thc
On one hand, they're feeling the heat from Mr. Blanchet on the other hand, it's Mr. Howard putting the
âWho says there's not enough evidence?â
A cool voice suddenly came from the elevator, that's Balfour
Haillieâs eyes lit up at the sound of the manâs voice Balfour!â
With a stride as smooth as butter, Balfour walked over, exuding an aristocratic air to rival Theo's
Seeing her brother, Patriciaâs face lit up, but she stayeds quietly by Theo's side, not wanting to leave.
Bryan, on the other hand, became tense at the sight of Balfour, wanting to leave but afraid of getting cl
Haillie, all smiles, went over to greet him, saying, âBalfour, you showed up just in time! The police said 1
thug who attacked Patricia together before Elinor could be convicted! But they don't have a witness.â
Balfour said, âWho says there's no witness?â
Haillieâs taken aback, her eyes full of confusion. âThere is? Balfour, do you know where the witness is?
âI am the witness!â Balfour's tone was gentle but firm: âThe other night, I happened
to see Ms. Mendoza and that thug togetherâ
Balfour walked into the center of the crowd, nodded politely to the police, and said hello.
Then he turned to Theo with a friendly gaze, although he's humble, there's a resolute look in his eyes.
âTheo, unfortunately, this involves my sister Patriciaâs safety, I have to step inâ
Theo squinted at Balfour, a dangerous glint in his eyes, smirking, âSo, Balfour, you're just going
to perjure yourself like this?"
Balfour frowned then smiled. âTheo, you're underestimating me! Everything I said is true; I won't perjur
she is or whose wife she is!"
These words, though polite, were loaded with tension.
The atmosphere between the two men gradually became tense
The two families had a deepâ
seated feud. Patricia didn't want her brother and Theo's conflict to escalate; that would only push her a
So, Patricia threw herself into Balfour's arms, cooing, âBalfour, let it go; Elinor is Theo's wife, I think...â
Balfour naturally held his sister, stroking her hair, and slowly said.
âPatricia, if a person is too kind, they'll be taken advantage of, once bitten, twice shy I can't expose you
Patricia was his half-
sister. Even though he and his stepmother weren't close because he was separated from his full sister w.
He can't let this sister get hurt.
Theo calmly looked at Balfour and said, âBalfour, are you determined to sacrifice my innocent wife no r
Balfour explained, âTheo, if it were anyone else, I wouldn't bother looking for evidence, but because Elir
wife, I'm willing
to take the time to give you an explanation. Whether I misunderstood her or you misjudged someone, \
Balfour was very confident, after he finished speaking, he turned his head and respectfully asked the pc
The police were a bit taken aback, then hurriedly nodded, âUh, yes, you can!â