Chapter 78. Devastating News

ROBERT’S POV 

 It’s been a week since I uncovered the truth about my grandpa’s murder. The murder charges against Lily have been dropped. Carina has been arrested and taken into police custody, waiting to face trial. Given the severity of her crime, she could be facing a possible life imprisonment – a fate she has accepted without resistance. 

 Jake arrived a few days back and has been staying with us. I made sure to urge everyone especially my mum to make him feel at home and act like nothing ever happened. During the trip to pick him up, I took the opportunity to see Scarlett’s body, confirming her death and putting everyone’s minds at ease. Raphael was still finalizing the arrangements for her funeral, scheduled to take place in a few days. 

 Meanwhile, all hands were on deck to find Lily and bring her back. My father has reached out to his contacts from across the country for assistance and mum has been backing him up. I know it wo