From Ashes of Scandals to His Embrace novel Chapter 140

Aiken was genuinely scared now. Deep down, he knew the crimes he got caught for were just the tip of the iceberg. If anyone ever uncovered everything, he’d rot in prison for life. No way. He couldn’t let that happen.

Laurinda watched as Aiken began to unravel. She tapped her fingers on the table, a quiet signal for him to pay attention.

“I’m going to ask you a few questions. If you answer honestly, I’ll call in a few favors and make sure things go easier for you in here.”

Aiken didn’t like the offer, but he could see this was the best Laurinda was willing to give. He clenched his jaw and nodded.

“Go ahead. I won’t hold anything back.”

“I hope you mean that. Were you involved in my parents’ car accident?”

“No… but… when I walked through the parking lot, I saw someone messing with their car. I didn’t think much of it then. It was only after the accident that I remembered what I saw. Laurinda, you have to believe me. I never wanted to hurt Abbott or Florrie. I knew as long as they were around, my life would be easy.”

Aiken looked at her, desperate for her trust. Maybe he felt a little guilty after the accident, but his life barely changed after Abbott and Florrie died. Whatever regret he had disappeared almost instantly.

Laurinda just snorted. She knew better. She should have never expected anything decent from someone like him.

“Then how did you find out who I really am? Who told you to expose me and let your illegitimate daughter take my place as the Austin heir?”

“You… you know about that?”

Aiken froze, looking at her like he’d seen a ghost. He’d been so proud of his secret plots. Now he just looked ridiculous.

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