Silence Walks Beside Us by Eli Dane Cade 233

Chapter 233 

Chapter 233 

The two exchanged the usual empty pleasantries. Feeling like a third whoes Dautby quty heat 

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“You don’t have a single suspect? Is it because you’ve made too many exting ich kick mang pake the sher short rest, she felt more refreshed. 

Calvert’s gaze carried a hint of melancholy. “Do you remember Samur 

“I do.” Ash felt unease at the mention of his name, and a thought quickly crowd her mind These admind that this, then it’s possible.” 

“It’s clear this isn’t about money,” Calvert continued, his voice steady. “The insertion is to us and out 

is behind this has the power and resources to do it, meaning they’re either errearly rich or intraut 

The thought of Samuel, that sickening pervert, made Ash feel a wave of resultion the still had found what evidence from the last incident, but she was sure Samuel and Samantha were behind it 

Calvert’s expression hardened, his brows furrowing. “I’ll have someone keep an eye on Sattel if he’s hosted, there will be evidence. It’s just a matter of time.” 

“If it is Samuel, then this whole situation is my fault, Ash said, her voice steady but laced with guit. She want one as foll on internal struggles, but she couldn’t deny her responsibility if Samuel were behind it After all, Vania had been hunt Fores the beginning, she had been entirely innocent. 

Calvert was silent momentarily, then his lips curled into a cold, reassuring unile. “You’re not the one who caused this. It’s tru your fault, so don’t blame yourself.” 

“Shall we go check on her?” Ash asked. “Some things are harder to investigate once the right time has passed It’s tanks, but of we’re going to uncover the truth, we have no choice.” In that moment, the truly understood Vania’s pain 

Ash thought, ‘As a woman, experiencing something like this… It’s a pain that lasts a lifetime” 

They stood at the door and knocked, and Jade was the one who opened it 

Jade was dressed in casual loungewear, her hair loosely tied back, and her makeup was natural, giving her an innocent almost delicate appearance. “Calvert, Ash,” she greeted with a soft smile. 

“Vania’s about to sleep. Is this something that can wait until later?” Jade asked, standing in the doorway, her figure blocking the view inside, preventing them from seeing the atmosphere in the room. 

Ash stood beside him and glanced inside. “She’s about to sleep? Or hasn’t she slept yet? Should we come in, or do you think it’s not the right time?” 

“It’s not that I think it’s a problem,” Jade said quickly. I’m just worried that if you two suddenly walk in, it might unsett Vania. She’s been avoiding strangers. Maybe Calvert should go in first? A conversation might help her feel more at ease.” 

Calvert reached out and gently tugged Ash’s arm, his voice cold. “She’s not an outsider. You can leave now. We have something to discuss with her, and we’ll handle any emotional distress.” 

Jade blinked her innocent eyes, looking like she was about to argue again, but after a brief pause, she held her tongue. “Alright, I’ll wait outside. Just call me if anything comes up.” 

Ash followed Calvert into the room as he quietly shut the door behind them. 

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site comered by the blanket from where they want a looked in though she was asleep 

darce, we need a calk Calbers and hip one more direct den Fah had expected Ash hard thought he would ease into the 

the sound of tin wice Vania pulled the Manker over her head, her voice muffled. I don’t want to talk right now. I’m tired 

Wasia of you don’t talk now, finding him krer will be much harder. Do you know that he’s in disguise every time he meets 

Vatra remated alot, buried under the covers, refusing to respond 

Add reached out and mopped Caben from continuing, shaking her head at him. “Vania, we’re not here with any other futeutons. Do you remember where you first met him? Or would you rather stay here and curse that bastard before us?” 

Vania, who hadn’t realized Ash had come, suddenly threw off the covers and sat up, her hair slightly disheveled. Why are you here? 

“I came to see you, Ath replied calmly, offering the honest reason. “I arrived this afternoon, and when I heard you were resting, I didn’t want to disturb you 

Varia’s attitude toward Ash remained resistant. I don’t need you here. Just leave. I don’t want to see you. Get out,” she said sharply 

Calvert’s expresion darkened slightly, his tone carrying a hint of reproach. “Vania, is this how you show basic courtesy? Someone comes to see you, and this is how you respond?” 

“Calvert, are you blaming me now? I haven’t said anything, I don’t want to see her. Don’t I have that right? Isn’t this my home? Why can’t I do what I want? Vania shot back, her voice trembling with frustration. 

In an instant, Vania felt as though she was being unfairly treated. She blinked rapidly, fighting back tears. “Why are you so biased? You care only about her. I’m your sister–your only sister 

“It’s my fault for not giving you a heads–up, Ash said, her hand still resting on Calvert’s arm, gently urging him to stop. “If you don’t want to see me, I can leave. There’s no need to cause any more unnecessary tension.” 

Right now, Vania needed comfort. If Calvert continued, it would only push her further into distress. 

Tears streamed down Vania’s face, her voice breaking, “Ever since you’ve been with her, you’ve stopped caring about me. Calvert, I’m your sister–your only sister. Why are you doing this to me?” 

She turned to Ash, her voice bitter. “And you, don’t pretend like you care. If you were concerned, why didn’t you come right away? Jade was busy, yet she came quickly. Why did it take you so long?” 

Ash pressed her lips together, her words leaving her momentarily speechless. “So, if I had come sooner, you wouldn’t blame 

me now? 

“Vania… Calvert began, but she interrupted. “It’s my fault. You were in trouble, and I should have come immediately.” 

Usually, Ash would have fired back, but given the current situation, she knew it was best not to argue. She nodded along with Vania’s words, offering an apology. 

Calvert looked at Ash, his eyes showing surprise at her unexpected humility. “Vania, we’re not here to argue. We need to ask you a few things.” 

I know you’re in pain right now and don’t want to revisit the past, but if you don’t cooperate, the person responsible might 

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