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Ross spent a long time carefully reviewing the information and records. After confirming that everything was flawless, he talked to Wendy about it.
“There is no issue except for the similar appearance. Release her then,” he suggested
“Have you forgotten something?” Wendy asked
Ross was puzzled. “What is it?”
“Blood test comparison!” Wendy looked at River.
River’s body suddenly stiffened upon hearing that. She could create a fake identity but couldn’t fake her own blood!
Wendy stood up and said, “Follow me to get a blood test, and I will release you if there’s no issue with the blood test comparison.
River stood up anxiously and pursed her lips “Sure…”
At Bayview Villa, Tyler and Axel focused on the surveillance footage from the police station.
Tyler’s brow furrowed, and he remarked, “Oh no! Mommy seems anxious.”
Axel looked at him, puzzled. “Really?”
Tyler affirmed, “Mommy doesn’t purse her lips often. Liora and I have noticed she does it when she’s nervous.
Axel felt a bit disappointed. He wasn’t aware of these cues as he didn’t live with River. Still, he made a mental note that she pursed her lips when anxious.
Tyler inquired, “Axel, do you know how to alter someone’s blood type?”
“I can’t change blood types,” Axel replied in a low voice. “But I can hack into the hospital’s system to alter blood test results. The challenge is not knowing which hospital they’ll choose.”
“I’ve got that covered!” Tyler positioned himself at River’s laptop, smiling at Axel. “While handle the system, I’ll trace her location. How long will it take to crack the hospital’s network?”
With confidence, Axel assured, “Five minutes.”
“Perfect!” Tyler started to crack River’s laptop password.
I’m sorry for cracking the password without your permission, Mommy,‘ he thought.
Fifteen minutes later.
Wendy accompanied River to Novamere Hospital.
Upon seeing the hospital where her mother had been treated, River’s heart filled with sorrow. She took a deep breath and followed Wendy inside for a blood test.
Wendy closely observed River’s every move and expression but didn’t notice anything unusual.
After the blood test, River sat in the waiting area, feeling like she was under a scrutinizing gaze as if she were a criminal
For half an hour, they sat in silence. Finally, Wendy turned away to collect the report.
River’s palms grew sweaty as she anxiously studied the printed report, her mind racing to find a solution.
Before River could come up with an idea, Wendy approached with a frown.
“You haven’t gotten a full blood transfusion, right?” Wendy asked suspiciously.
Stunned, River thought, ‘Shouldn’t the report show the same blood type? Did Scott manage to contact the doctor beforehand?‘
River couldn’t think of anyone who could act so swiftly except Scott. She was about to respond when suddenly, they both heard hurried footsteps.
Shortly after, Wendy exclaimed, “Chief Dunn?”
River turned to follow Wendy’s gaze. A slightly chubby middle–aged man stood there, visibly anxious. However, the handsome man with him caught River’s full attention.
River’s eyes widened, and she clenched her fists as their eyes locked.
“Why is Noah here? Wasn’t he on a business trip? she thought.
Fabian Dunn frowned at Wendy and asked, “What’s going on, Walsh? Why hasn’t she been released yet?
Wendy explained. “Chief, this person looks exactly like the murderer who died while giving birth..
“What do you mean ‘exactly?” Fabian berated, annoyed. “He’s Mr. De Marco’s girlfriend! This is nonsense!”
Wendy gazed at Noah in confusion, then turned to Fabian. “Chief Dunn, the murderer named River Healy was once associated with Mr. De Marco too. Aren’t you concerned that he’s defending a murderer?” she spoke firmly.
“Show me proof!” Fabian’s anger flared.
Reluctantly, Wendy handed over the blood test report. “Her blood type doesn’t match.”
“Then release her,” Fabian commanded, growing impatient.
Wendy turned to River. “You’re free to go.”
River was taken aback but concealed her surprise. “Alright.”
As she walked past Noah, he grabbed her arm and pulled her close.
River found herself leaning against his chest, hearing his steady heartbeat. His voice was cold as he spoke. “Thank you for being here, Chief Dunn. Your presence saved my girlfriend from a false accusation.”
Fabian turned and apologized awkwardly. “Tm sorry, Mr. De Marco. Detective Walsh is only doing her job.”
Noah sneered and left the hospital, his hand holding River’s.
River struggled to break free, but Noah hushed her, saying quietly, “Help me out here if you want to stay unnoticed.”
River clenched her teeth, thinking. Who’s responsible for all this mess? I wouldn’t have to hide if you weren’t with Daniella‘
In Noah’s car, River suppressed her anger. The moment Noah entered, she coldly remarked, “Are you mistaking me for someone else? I don’t need your help”
Sitting in the driver’s seat, Reuben stared at River in a daze. ‘Why are you still trying to defend yourself, Ms. Healy?
Noah gazed at her and said, “You can fool them, not me.
“I don’t get you” River looked away, furious, her heart racing from the memories of her feelings for Noah
“Then why play along? Noah asked with a sly smile on his face.
He had trapped her!
River tightened her lips. “Stop assuming, sir. I was not cooperating with you. I was avoiding trouble.”
“Really?” Noah chuckled, leaning closer. “Seems you don’t find me troublesome.”
Noah’s audacity left River speechless.
“Thanks for tonight. Goodbye””
As River reached for the door, Noah wrapped his arm around her waist, pulling her closer again.
His warm breath grazed her ear as he asked, his tone chilly, “How much longer will you hide from me, River?”
River swiftly broke free from Noah’s grip and cautiously stared at him. “Please control yourself, Mr. De Marco!”
Noah smiled faintly upon hearing the familiar remark
Did she realize she gave herself away when she blurted out “Mr. De Marco” like that? he wondered.
Noah didn’t create problems for River but sat up straight and directed Reuben, “To Bayview Villa.”
River’s anger flared as she looked at him. “Did you investigate me?”
“Yes,” Noah truthfully replied.
“You never learn to respect others! River scolded.
“I don’t need to,” Noah said through his gritted teeth, radiating a cold aura. I’ve been searching for you for five years!”
“You didn’t have to find me!” River countered.
“River, don’t be ungrateful” Noah suppressed his anger.
“Did 1 ask you to find me?” River’s cold gaze bore into him. I wouldn’t have hit such a low point in my life if it weren’t for you!”
“Did I plot your imprisonment?‘ Noah inquired.
“You believed Daniella without giving me a chance to explain!” River’s rage caused her body to tremble. “If you had shown me even a bit of trust and listened, I wouldn’t be in this mess!”
Noah felt a tightening in his chest–he knew he was at fault. If only he had met the director earlier, he wouldn’t have fallen for Daniella’s scheme.
He had wronged River in numerous ways.
Noah’s anger subsided, and his gaze softened. Tm sorry.”
River sneered. “Can I offer you an apology after I’ve killed you?*
Noah replied, “I’ll make it right.”
“You don’t have to!” River rejected him. “I will be grateful if you can stop bothering me!”
Noah’s chest wrenched in pain when he heard River’s merciless remark.
He said, “Don’t you want to seek revenge on her?”
“It’s none of your business!”
Reuben heaved a sigh, thinking. Mr. De Marco is going all out to get back Ms. Healy, huh?”
Ten minutes later, River stepped out of the car at Bayview Villa with Noah following her.
Hearing the car, the three children dashed toward the villa’s entrance.
At the sight of River, Liora burst into tears and hurried over “Mommy!”
River lifted Liora, who was trembling from crying. I’m sorry I made you worry, Lia ”
Tyler, his eyes red from tears, approached River. “Did they give you a hard time. Mommy?”
River shook her head. “No, they just had coffee with me.