A Second Life, A New Power novel Chapter 169

Margaret was not dense. She had a suspicion that Demi was trying to lure her away.

"Demi, what happened? Why are police officers from Lynora City looking for you?" Margaret pulled Demi to the side, her voice filled with concern.

"Don't worry, Grandma. I didn't do anything illegal," Demi replied, looking towards the front door. "Isn't that right, officers?"

"That's right, madam. Ms. Moone hasn't done anything illegal. We're just here to ask her some questions," Zack replied.

"If it's not illegal, then why can't I listen in?" Margaret shot Demi a sharp look.

"I'm a bit short on some herbs, and I can't leave right now," Demi said earnestly.

…

In the end, Demi wasn't able to lure Margaret away. Margaret knew Demi too well. She knew Demi wouldn't let her know anything when something bad had happened.

Demi sat across from the two police officers in the courtyard. Margaret poured water for the guests using the same porcelain bowls as always.

"Are you Demi Moone? Your national identification number is…" Zack read out a string of numbers from his notepad.

"Yes, that's me." Demi nodded her head.

On the other side, Henry turned on the recording device and started jotting down notes.

"Around 10:20 am on August 13, a pile-up car accident occurred on National Highway 103. Were you there during the accident?" Zack asked.

"Demi, you were in a car accident? When did this happen? Why didn't I hear you talk about it?" Margaret was so shocked that she almost stood up from her chair.

Demi took a deep breath and pondered on what to say.

Both police officers also noticed Demi's hesitation. They knew Demi would hold back on her answers if Margaret were around.

"Madam, it would be inconvenient for us during the inquiry if there's someone else present. Could you step away for a while?" Zack looked at Margaret.

"I'll just sit quietly and listen. I won't talk anymore." Margaret quickly waved her hands.

"Madam, why don't you go outside for a walk? If it's inconvenient for you, we can take Ms. Moone back to the police station for questioning," Zack replied with a smile.

Margaret fell silent.

"Is it okay if I go inside?" Margaret pointed to the house as a last attempt.