The True Heiress Slays (Quiana) novel Chapter 78

Chapter 78

Maxon then turned toward the door. “Mr. Hawley,” he greeted Julius respectfully, though noticeably less than he showed Quiana

Julius inclined his head, covering a small cough with his hand. “I’m here with my fiancée, so don’t mind me

Quinn pulled a paper from his briefcase and handed it to Quiana. “Here’s a list of the reporters and influencers who spread rumors about you. Legal action has been filed against all of them.”

Quiana glanced over it, not particularly interested. “You and Alina can handle it.”

Daniel raised a glass, looking a bit sheepish. “I apologize. My oversight put you in a tough spot.”

Quiana smiled, unconcerned. “No problem,”

But despite her casual tone, this ordeal had thrust her into the limelight after years of keeping a low profile

Maxon considered for a moment. “Perhaps I could give you an official position as a forensic consultant with the Justice Bureau. That way, no one would dare mess with you again.”

The idea was met with shocked silence.

Everyone in Janivielle know the Justice Bureau was notoriously difficult to get in, only for the top–notch experts

Maxon Pearson, known for his integrity and impartiality, suggested a backdoor position for Quiana right before his own officers, who all seemed surprisingly eager for her to accept.

Zack’s mouth lellopen.”

Mis this really Maxon Pearson?”

Lea was equally stunned. Even Julius‘ gaze p

grew darker, observing Quiana more profoundly.

Grant, who’d been briefed by Maxon earlier that morning, could only watch with an expression of bewildered acceptance.

Under all those expectant gazes, Quiana shook her head. “No need.”

Maxon wasn’t surprised but still looked a little disappointed. Her decisions were never easily swayed.

He shifted the subject. “Why did you let Winona off the hook?”

Quiana was hardly the forgiving type.

Quiana paused for a moment and looked down, her voice emotionless. “She’s Hugo’s sister,”

Most of the groun

group was confused, but Maxon, Daniel, and Julius understood immediately, letting the subject drop into silence.

After a long moment, Grant broke the tension with a grateful nod. “Ms. Lovine, thanks to you, the case is cracked!”

The team’s overnight investigation had uncovered new clues in the victim’s home, leading to the perpetrator and exposing a smuggling ring

Maxon hesitated, his expression conflicted. “It’s been four years… You still…”

Julius‘ eyes flickered, his hand tightening slightly, He thought, The car crash that killed the Levine couple four years ago?”

Four years ago, a devastating crash had burned half a street, shocking the entire Janivielle.