Chapter 388 - 388: Acting in Front of His Colleagues (1/2)

Elle was not lying when she told Sandy that she was on the way now, going to XXX Crime Investigation Headquarters. As Erick gave Elle a ride this morning, they talked about the collaboration requested by her in which the Unit Head denied.

It turned out Erick was the only one who made that decision. The Unit Head was not consulted at all. He said that because he just wanted to avoid working with Elle after he learned that she became James's fiancee.

Since Erick and Elle already reconciled with each other, she would continue covering Catseye's case for the purpose of catching Catseye and unfolding his identity.

After hearing Sandy's reaction over the phone, Elle could tell that she was upset about this. She didn't want to do this but since she was part of Aliyah's team, she had no choice but to comply.

Of course, Sandy was against this not only because she was thinking about her safety but also because she was worried about Elle. Sandy could see the determination in her for doing this case.

After informing Sandy, Elle hung up the phone immediately before Sandy could rant at her. She knew her well. If she didn't end the call, Sandy would continue to nag her.

She was now riding a taxi. Her mind wandered back again to Charles.

'I will try to monitor and visit him secretly next time. I want to find out how he is doing. I will do the same with Master Phantom. I wonder if he's already back here. I learned that he also took medication in the States. I hope he is doing fine now.' Elle thought to herself.

When she was in the States, she requested James to find the whereabouts of Master Phatom. As far as she could remember, he was also exposed to bio-weapon two years ago.

Through Supremo's help, they were able to track him. She learned that Master Phantom was also staying in one of the hospitals in the States, doing his recovery.

However, she couldn't visit him due to her health condition. She blamed herself for Phantom's mischief. She was the one who asked his help to track down Alfonso. That's why she felt responsible when Phantom got hurt.

With that, Elle decided not to involve him with her revenge once she came back to City Z. She didn't want to put their lives in danger once again- both Phantom and Charles, as well as her other brothers, Phantom's henchmen.

The guilt consumed her heart especially now that Lu's condition didn't improve yet. He was still in critical condition. No antidotes. He was barely hanging. He was in this predicament because he saved her.

Erick told her that they already traced Alfonso's location. Now, Elle was so determined. She needed to find a way and steal antidotes at Alfonso's bio-weapon facility.

Now, it was her turn to save Lu. She would use her skills not to kill someone but to save someone. She would now protect everyone close to her heart with all her might.

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*** At XXX Crime Investigation Headquarters ***

Erick's team noticed the changes in Erick's mood the moment he entered their office this morning. Everyone was puzzled why suddenly Chief Lee became lively and cheerful once again.

They could feel the positive vibes emanating from him. They were worried that once the day passed Erick's mood would change again.

Despite that, they were glad to see him like this instead of seeing his sullen and gloomy expressions. They wondered if the progress of their case had something to do with this.

Erick informed them that they would be having another team meeting this afternoon after lunch. They would summarize all the findings of Catseye's case for the past few days. They knew that they were making progress.

Since Chief Lee was in a good mood today, the team decided to invite him to eat lunch together. They would try their luck whether he would not refuse them today, unlike before.

As usual, Bryan was the one who was urged by the team to talk with Erick. He was about to enter Erick's office when Elle arrived. Alpha Cinco didn't expect her arrival today.

”Eh, why is it Miss Aliyah is here? I thought their request to cover this case was denied by Unit Head?” June whispered to Carl who was beside him.

Carl just sighed deeply. He remembered how stubborn Aliyah Ross was. The night Samuel Sy was attacked by Catseye in his hotel room, Aliyah and Josh were there.

Carl knew that Aliyah was aware of the surveillance operation they were doing against Samuel Sy. She even helped them before. That's why, even though her request was denied, she was still doing her own investigation about the case.

Furthermore, Aliyah knew that they were monitoring Samuel Sy at the hotel that's why she also came that night even without permission from Erick.

”[email protected]! I forgot to tell Chief Lee about Aliyah.” Carl tapped his forehead.

He was worried that Chief Lee and Aliyah would get into arguments once again just like how Bryan described to them what happened between Aliyah and Erick on that same day.

”Hello, officers! Good noon!” Elle greeted them with a bright smile.