Heartstrings on Fire novel Chapter 1044

Reggie said, "Do you really think a brute like Patton could set up a major drug ring, establish such a tight-knit network, and keep it under wraps this long without someone higher up pulling the strings?"

Kearney, standing off to the side, remained stoic. "Reggie, if I had a hand in this, I'd throw myself into the Alligator Swamp. Please, just make sure you get to the bottom of this and clear my name."

Reggie frowned deeply. "If not you, then who? The boss? Patton seems like he's one of the boss's guys."

At that, Phenix's expression shifted dramatically. He quickly interjected, "No way it's Sean. Sean's been serving in the military all these years. How could he possibly be involved in something like this? Reggie, you can suspect anyone, but Sean is off-limits."

Reggie's tone grew heavier. "Pass on my message. I want him back here. And as for your wedding, I think it's best we postpone it."

Phenix's face fell at Reggie's words. Agnes watched the drama unfold from the sidelines, her curiosity piqued. It seemed Reggie was truly in the dark about this.

But now, even Reggie harbored doubts about their own kin. Could they really be innocent in this drug trafficking case?

After a moment, Reggie commanded, "Everyone, out."

As the three turned to leave, Reggie called out, "Septima, wait. Stay back. I need a word."

Agnes stayed as Phenix and Kearney exited the study, passing Jared, who stood by the door. They barely glanced at him before leaving.