Chapter 28

I couldn’t help but smile back, grateful for her thoughtfulness. “Thanks, Elera. Coffee is always a welcome treat.”

She leaned in slightly, her eyes glinting with a mix of excitement and intrigue. “And guess what? I’ve got an interesting case for us to work on together.”

I raised an eyebrow, intrigued by her enthusiasm. “Arson case, huh? Tell me more.”

Elera leaned back, crossing her arms as she began to brief me on the basics of the case. She shared the details of a recent string of suspicious fires in the city, leaving behind a trail of destruction and causing fear among the residents. The evidence pointed to a potential serial arsonist at work, and it was our task to bring them to justice.

“Aside from the obvious dangers and risks involved, this case could be quite challenging and rewarding,” Elera explained, her voice filled with a mix of determination and curiosity. “I think our combined skills and instincts can crack this one wide open.”

I took a