"I will investigate," Byron replied, "During this time, Miss Annie Ross, stay in the hotel and don't go anywhere for your safety. After all, you have been targeted for assassination once because of Heather."
Annie looked incredulously at Byron. "Mr. Crawford, you don't suspect me, do you?"
Byron's expression was stern as he said, "I equally suspect every member of the Ross family. Until the real culprit is exposed, anyone could be the murderer."
Annie looked hurt. "I understand. I will follow your instructions and stay in the hotel until everything is resolved."
Saying that, Annie put away the iPad, placed it back in her briefcase, and stood up. She looked apologetically at Athena. "Chelsea, we'll have to postpone our lunch again. Let's meet up after Mr. Crawford has everything sorted out."
"Alright," Athena responded.
Annie carried her bag and left with a sad look.
After she left, Athena looked at Byron. "Do you think she's lying?"
"First, let's investigate the cases of those annihilated families she mentioned," Byron paused, "And also look into Heather's mother. Then, have Logan hack into Annie's room's network to monitor her every move."
Byron now trusted no one. He was indiscriminately suspicious.
After finishing their work, Byron and Athena planned to return home when Liam hurriedly rushed over.
"What's wrong again?" Byron's face changed when he saw Liam's expression, which seemed highly distressed.
"Mr. Hale has had an accident!" Liam said gravely.
"Who?" Byron turned serious. "Gideon?"
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