Chapter 661: The Two’s Unexpected Discovery

Cecilia Vaughn pinched herself in a daze, finally coming to her senses, and replied in a confused voice.

"Adrian, didn’t you say before at the police station that you didn’t think the other party could focus money and resources in such a short time to forge a piece almost identical to Master Walter Sinclair’s?"

Previously, Cecilia Vaughn had bought a wisteria dress from Master Walter Sinclair, which was more luxurious and beautiful than the one she wore at Fiona Vaughn’s wedding, so stunning it was beyond words.

It was from that moment on that Cecilia Vaughn realized why some people liked wearing haute couture.

Seeing a piece of clothing as if it were a work of art, who wouldn’t be tempted if they were someone who loved beauty?

It’s the same for men.

After all, most people are visual creatures.

...

Adrian Law smiled faintly.

"All’s fair in war, understand?"

Seeing Cecilia still looking somewhat confused, the man pursed his thin lips, which appeared even more graceful in their pale hue, making them seem highly kissable.

"Silly Cecilia, even if we go to Vessaria later, we can just say it’s for a vacation. Though we’re searching for evidence, there’s no need to alert the adversary."

"Besides, we haven’t gone on our honeymoon yet; Orleanna, the city of romance, is naturally fitting."

Cecilia Vaughn furrowed her delicate brows.

"Adrian, do you suspect there’s someone on the inside of the Zentaria or Vesperia police working with them?"

"Otherwise, why are you so certain they can’t replicate Walter Sinclair’s clothing on short notice?"

Adrian Law gently reached out his hand, prodding the space between Cecilia Vaughn’s furrowed brows.

"Not necessarily someone inside, but it’s always wise to stay cautious. What could make a thoughtful officer insist that your step-sister is the real culprit?"

On this point, Adrian Law and Cecilia Vaughn shared the same thought.

Fiona Vaughn, though ruthless and vicious, had shown the extent of her cruelty from pulling their cat Mimi’s tongue, but Chloe Alden is different from a cat.

Moreover, Fiona Vaughn and Chloe Alden didn’t have any fundamental hatred. Having Chloe, that foolish woman, around seemed more beneficial for Fiona Vaughn’s domineering ways.

...

Hearing Adrian Law’s explanation, Cecilia Vaughn suddenly understood.

"That makes a lot of sense. If the other party isn’t genuinely convinced, they’re being manipulated. Just a slight hint is enough for such notions to imprint naturally in their minds, thereby subconsciously accepting them as personal ideas without realizing it’s from an external suggestion."

Before Cecilia Vaughn finished her sentence, she couldn’t help but shudder.

This is terrifying.

It’s simply human mind manipulation.

Moreover, following this line of reasoning, even if there isn’t someone inside the station, there’s a related networking circle, where someone close to them might discuss the case.

The more Cecilia Vaughn peeled away the layers, the deeper her sense of unease grew.

...

Who exactly is assessing them as prey from the shadows?

Imagining if someone fires secret arrows at you from behind, eager to eradicate you, but never revealing themselves, leaving only fragments to guess from—who can endure such psychological pressure long-term?

Even the strongest would fear, potentially breaking down.

Hearing Cecilia Vaughn’s words, Adrian Law nodded appreciatively.

His imposing eyes narrowed, with a glint of contemplation flickering within.

"I suspect the adversary lured Fiona Vaughn into the Stellerton University lab, seeing this as an initial step to direct suspicion onto her."

"Though ruthless, Fiona Vaughn’s connections and meticulousness pale in comparison to this puppet master, who’s well acquainted with your feud with Fiona Vaughn. That they could orchestrate the lab manager’s interactions with her suggests someone is swaying the manager."

Fiona Vaughn ponderously rubbed her chin.

"I have some impression of that lab manager. When my conflict with Fiona Vaughn went public, the manager, being her biggest fan, was the first to publicly defend her on the forum."

"I suspect he might not just be a fan but perhaps hopes to take his relationship with his goddess further, maybe even become her boyfriend."

"Pfft..."

Adrian Law couldn’t help but laugh.

"Boyfriend? That’s just..."

Even though Adrian Law despises Fiona Vaughn, it’s obvious that a gold-digger with a fragile facade wouldn’t look kindly upon a mere middle-class rich kid.

Compared to the enormous Law Family, other families have to step aside naturally.

At that time, Fiona Vaughn had already latched onto Tyson Law, and the two were nearly inseparable, making it impossible to wedge between them. While Fiona might offer crumbs, the larger benefits are entirely inaccessible.

...

Cecilia Vaughn glared at Adrian Law.

"Stop laughing; isn’t there a term called ’lickers’ now? That guy might stay faithful even if Fiona gets married and has kids. You don’t know how submissive these guys can be to their goddesses."

"Moreover, he’s not just a lab manager. With his IT skills pretty good and his studies top-notch, he’s also one of the forum administrators."

"So when he defended Fiona Vaughn online, he silenced me several times, even deleting numerous supportive posts about me."

Cecilia Vaughn generally wasn’t very mindful of others at school, but this manager was truly a character too extraordinary to forget.

Although he came from a well-off family, his looks... were quite unremarkable.

Where did he get the confidence that even without Tyson, he could win over the goddess?

Fiona being somewhat close to him was only to gain a slight control over public opinion.

...

Even recalling those brawls still left Cecilia Vaughn deeply uncomfortable.

Of course, she wasn’t interested in targeting that guy; who intentionally antagonizes a stranger? It’s beneath her.

To her, a man chasing an unattainable goddess and getting played deserved it—it was his own doing.

...

Adrian Law fixed his gaze on Cecilia Vaughn.

"There is now a breakthrough. We only need someone to investigate if any of the lab manager’s roommates or friends ever nudged him to stay close to Fiona Vaughn during her public backlash, encouraging closer contact."