Crowned by Fire 78

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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

“They were using ice blocks to smuggle illegal itery’s,” Grant explained, “and even drugs.”

Maxon added, “The main recipients of these items are in the business and entertainment sectors, which makes it a more complex takedown. It’ll require some time and effort.”

“Then take the time,” Quiana replied calmly, She turned to him with a steady gaze. “Do you have any leads?”

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

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Chapter 78

“Including my parents, there were ten lives lost.” Quiana’s voice was like ice. “Even if it takes forty years, I’ll see it through.”

Maxon opened his mouth but didn’t speak,

The temperature in the room seemed to drop, making everyone feel a chill as they watched her, barely daring to breathe.

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.

Despite an extensive investigation, whether it was an accident or foul play was never confirmed.

Maxon had been in charge of the case.

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Back then, sixteen–year–old Quiana had sat in the forensic lab for three days without food or sleep, clutching the charred remains they’d salvaged from the fire, insisting it was no accident.

The day after, she had left Janiviclle with Hugo, disappearing without a trace, only to resurface two years ago,

Since then, Quiana has lived in the slums, selling screen protectors and vegetables in the market, only occasionally asking Maxon if there have been any: updates on the case.