My Husband Wants Me Dead (Esther and Bradley) novel Chapter 448

Chapter 448 

Alice gracefully wiped the corners of her mouth with a napkin and stood up. She looked at Esther, who was holding the USB, and said, “Ms. Quill, why waste your wonderful life on a man? Cast away the unworthy. Live your own life.” 

“You’re right,” Esther said. 

Alice blew Esther a kiss and flashed her a coquettish glance. “Good luck.” 

Esther personally escorted Alice to her car. 

Esther borrowed a laptop from one of the servants and inserted the USB. As soon as she opened the drive, a video file popped up. It was the footage that had been used to convict her in court years ago, showing ‘her’ disconnecting Thomas’ oxygen mask. 

The video initially played at normal speed. It was noticeably slowed down on the second viewing, particularly at critical moments. Although Esther had previously observed problems with the video, a sense of deep gratitude welled in her as she saw Alice’s version. 

Alice’s motivations or intentions in obtaining the video were beside the point. What mattered was that it served to vindicate Esther. 

“Esther, what are you watching?” Xara, still yawning, settled down beside her. 

Esther turned slightly and observed Xara’s tired face, marked by dark circles under her eyes. Did you not sleep last night?” 

“I usually need sleeping pills to get any rest. The jet lag and a new bed…” Xara yawned again.” It’s pure torture.” 

“Do you want to go back to sleep?” Esther asked, concerned. 

Xara shook her head firmly. “I’m not going to sleep. I have to go with Steffan to complete the adoption procedures for Twinkle and Sunshine today.” 

“Xara, I really appreciate it.” 

Esther contemplated the worst-case scenario. She even thought about fleeing the church with Twinkle and Sunshine, but she was reluctant to risk her safety unless it was absolutely necessary. What would happen to Felix, Twinkle, and Sunshine if she ended up in prison again? 

“Esther, don’t worry. While Steffan isn’t particularly significant to me, he holds considerable influence out there. People show him respect,” Xara replied, yawning continuously. 

Before Esther could respond, a cold snort emanated from behind them. “Xara, your bad habits seem to have intensified during our five years apart.” 

Xara and Esther turned in surprise, finding Steffan standing there. 

Esther said with a hint of awkwardness, “Mr. Sanderson, Xara was actually giving you a compliment.”