Facade of Love (Yvette Scott and Idris Young) novel Chapter 452

Gregory’s words hit me hard, and I felt a wave of emotion. "You don't think I had something to do with Kobe's death?"

He shook his head, his gaze steady. "We both know the truth of what went down. If you were out to get him, why would you have reached out to me, planning an escape? Don't put this on yourself."

A rush of feelings swelled inside me, a confusing mixture I could not quite name. Ever since it all happened, I had been convinced everyone would pin Kobe's death on me. Heck, even I was convinced I was at fault.

My eyes were rimmed red, and Gregory let out a soft sigh. "Things were really messy back then," he said gently, "but Ms. Scott, you have to believe me. Neither Mr. Young nor I ever thought Kobe's death was your fault. We know the truth, and Mr. Young wouldn't have risked his life for you if we didn't."

I bit my lip, a warm feeling spreading through me.

I took a deep breath and asked him, "Did the Youngs get to see the video?"

He nodded. "Madam Young's been missing her son a lot. A recording like that is precious. I made sure she got a copy. That's all that's left of Kobe now."

Ten years apart, and the last time a mother and son met, it was a goodbye between life and death.

Alice's story became clear too. She came from a family of a fallen hero, and with Chandler's last wishes and Kobe’s death, it was obvious that Idris would not just stand by. If Madam Young knew, she would move heaven and earth to make sure Idris looked after Alice for her son's memory. The best way to care for someone was to keep them close.

Alice was expecting, and with Chandler's last request, marrying her seemed the right thing to do.

My heart ached at the thought, and it hurt to admit it, but I also felt a sense of release. Life went on, people came and went, and it was time for me to focus on what I needed to do.

I caught my breath and turned to Gregory. "Mr. Long, could I ask for your help with something?" I said.

Gregory looked surprised and a bit unsure, but he asked, "What do you need?"