Chapter 37. Parallel Developments

Author’s POV

Elizabeth’s expression darkened. The thought of her daughter associating with someone from such a low-class background made her blood boil. “Humble background? Is that supposed to impress me? I don’t want my daughter anywhere near someone like him.”

Detective Hardy shifted nervously, exchanging a glance with Murphy. “Well, there is one interesting detail we found. It’s quite surprising.”

Elizabeth raised an eyebrow, her interest piqued despite herself. “Go on.”

“Jake’s father received a significant sum of money once in his lifetime. And it came from... your husband. Does Mr. Cole have any connections to the hills?”

Elizabeth’s face drained of color. “What are you talking about?” She shook her head. “Connections at the hills?” She murmured, “Not that I know of!”

Murphy nodded. “It’s true. But we don’t have any more information about the transaction. That’s all we could find. We deeply regret not being able to provide m