Chapter 205

As Jamie spoke, tears streamed down her face. She clung to Mrs. Jenkins’s hand, visibly trembling, as if Norah’s presence alone terrified her.

Mrs. Jenkins, fueled by her maternal instincts, wrapped Jamie in a protective embrace. Her eyes burned with hatred as she turned to Norah. “What else can you say to defend yourself? My daughter has already testified against you! You’re a vile, jealous woman. How dare you hurt my daughter just because you’re envious of her goodness?”

Mr. Jenkins, radiating smug confidence, glared at Kevin. “This is the end of the road for her. My daughter’s testimony seals it. Keeping someone as dangerous as her by your side will only bring you disaster.”

Before Kevin could respond, the police arrived.

Mrs. Jenkins rushed toward them like they were her saviors. She clutched the officer’s sleeve and cried out, “Officer, thank goodness you’re here! Arrest this woman—she tried to kill my daughter. Lock her up so she can’t hurt anyone else!”

The officers, unfazed by the chaos, scanned the room and asked calmly, “Who made the report?”