The Apple of My Eye novel Chapter 1516

Everybody felt strange. It was obvious to them that Lancy was murdered. If they didn't get to the bottom of what was going on, they knew that Charles wouldn't spare them.

All of them were clearly well aware about the relationship between Pearson and Charles. Therefore, they knew that failing to find the murderer would get them into trouble.

"Get to work, now!" Vincent commanded. Everybody scurried back to work.

The following morning, Charles and his family were sitting around the table to have breakfast. Suddenly, his phone rang.

He immediately checked the caller ID before answering it and saw that it was Pearson. He then glanced at Sheryl subconsciously. Once he noticed that she was busy helping the kids and not paying any attention to him, he answered the phone while walking to the window.

"Hi, Pearson! How's it going?" Charles asked as soon as he answered the phone.

Pearson was in the middle of a dilemma. He was unsure about how to tell Charles about Lancy's death. After all, Charles had given him money to help save his wife. Pearson had promised to help Charles find the culprit, yet no one expected for it to turn out like this.

However, Pearson decided to tell the truth. "Charles, you need to be prepared for what I'm about to tell you. I have some bad news."

Pearson was an experienced policeman, which startled Charles even more. Since Pearson asked him to be prepared, he complied and forced himself to remain calm.

After a few seconds, he said, "Okay, I'm ready. You can tell me now."

"Well, Lancy was killed in her cell early this morning. The policemen who were watching her were also injured quite badly. They were laying on the floor when we discovered them this morning. We only found them when we arrived at the office today." He then added, "Charles, I'm so sorry. It's my fault. The murderer wouldn't have had the chance to take another life if I had paid more attention to the case."

Charles was shocked. He wasn't expecting to hear this. He remained silent for a moment. 'What did Pearson just say? Lancy was murdered? She was killed early this morning? What a coincidence!

It's obviously that the man behind the curtain wanted her to die. He didn't want anyone to recognize him.'

"Are there any other clues?" Charles asked.

Pearson shook his head. Once he realized that he was talking to Charles on the phone and not in person, he immediately replied, "We checked all of the cameras, and all we could see was the man's eyes. We couldn't hear him or see his face. I guess we won't be able to recognize him even if he is standing right in front of us."

Charles looked defeated. He felt sorry for Lancy. If he knew this would happen, he would have told Pearson to send more policemen to protect Lancy after meeting with her yesterday.

"I see. Well, do whatever you can. Let me know if there's anything else," said Charles.

Pearson continued apologizing to Charles as he knew that he hadn't kept his promise. Charles comforted him slightly, "It's okay. Pearson, it's not your fault. However, I still need you to continue with the investigation and find the murderer."

Charles hung up the phone. Walking back to the table, he struggled to hide the negative expression on his face.

Right then, Sheryl turned her head towards Charles. Looking at him, she noticed his gloomy face, and asked in worry, "Charles, what's wrong? What happened?"

Charles shook his head. He was wondering whether or not he should tell her about Lancy's death. Needless to say, he didn't know how to do it. He decided to tell her because he knew that if he didn't, Sheryl would find out about it eventually. He took a look at Sheryl and nodded at the kids.