Finally nodding, Molly thought about the cheap but tasty food in the South Street Alley. The place also
offered freedom, something that Molly appreciated. For a person like Eric who had been living in a
willful way since childhood, the word "freedom" was something that he took for granted.
Lost in her thoughts, the car suddenly stopped in front of a candy store. Expecting to see South Street
Alley, Molly turned to look confusedly at Eric.
Eric jumped out of the car and said,"Wait for me here!"
Without waiting for her reply, Eric strode inside the store. He came out after a while with a delicate box
in his hands. He handed it to Molly before going back to the driver's seat.
Molly received the box doubtfully. Opening the lid, she found a beautifully wrapped candy inside.
She frowned, looking up at Eric's expectant face.
Grinning, Eric said simply,"Candy can make you happy!"
Molly threw Eric a surprised look. She didn't know how to respond to Eric's tricks for cheering up kids.
However, because of his thoughtfulness, Molly felt a little sweetness in her heart.
Watching Molly's doubtful expression turn to appreciation, Eric started the car happily. Soon they were
heading to South Alley Street.
Picking up the box, Molly flipped it open to look at the candy inside. After a while she put it back in the
box. Suddenly she thought of something that has been bothering her ever since they left the restaurant.
The more she thought about it, the more confused she became. In the end, she typed a message and
showed it to Eric when they passed a stop light.
"Becky's retina was infected and removed. She can't see anything for now, and has to wait for retinal
transplant!"
Eric answered her question without any reservations.
Hearing Eric's explanation, Molly grew more despondent. She looked at the background picture in her
cell phone, the one she took with Eric and the snowman. She was a little downcast, and closed the
screen without saying anything. Molly sat quietly in the car, playing with the candy box absentmindedly.
Staring ahead, she felt as if her life had suddenly lost its taste.
*
The Council of A City
Edgar was having a working lunch. His face looked terrible as he pored through file after file. His face
was almost twisted by the time he finished reading all the information.
"Knock knock!"
"Come in!"
The door of the office opened and Bill walked in,"Mayor, I have contacted Mr. Shen."
Lifting his eyes from the files he was reading, Edgar asked,"What's the time for the meeting?"
"Tonight!"
Edgar frowned, putting down his lunch box. Wiping his mouth with a tissue, he slowly leaned back on
his chair. "Tonight, Howard might make a move!"
"Howard has ten people. Can Mr. Brian Long cope with that?"
Bill asked unintentionally.
Looking at Bill thoughtfully, it seemed they were on the same wavelength. Howard's secret agenda to
take down Brian once and for all was very confidential. It will be unwise for Howard to underestimate
Brian since he was also from the Wolf SWAT Team and knew their tricks very well.
He knew that he could stay in the sidelines and watch while the others fight. And then reap the spoils
when both sides were exhausted, but at that moment, he couldn't stay out of it.
Rory is out of the country to take care of some outside issues, and Mr. Yan was probably still in A City.
This was what Major General Zeng had already expected. He was afraid…
The motive of this assassination was definitely not simple.
Edgar's eyes darkened imperceptively. There's a possibility that Brian has already touched some of the
things that shouldn't be touched. Well, what happened then was not that simple!
"Pay close attention to Howard and his men. If there's a need, you have my permission to support him."
Edgar said suddenly.
Bill looked up in surprise. "Mayor, is that really okay?"
Frowning, Bill continued,"If Mr. Yan finds out, I'm afraid…"
Bill left his words hanging but Edgar understood perfectly what he meant. If Justin was really involved
in this, then his career might end here. In that case, he would never reach an agreement with Jonny,
and Molly would be in danger.
Thinking about this, Edgar frowned. Many seemingly unconnected issues were in fact inextricably
linked. Each one of them was odd.
"If we break off with Mr. Brian Long, the situation will be more troublesome!"
Standing up, Edgar asked,"Is there any news with Steven?"
"Mr. Brian Long has already taken care of him!"
Bill's answer made Edgar pause, it seems that most of his speculations are correct.
It seemed that Mr. Brian Long had already known a lot. Small wonder that the people who were sent
out recently couldn't suppress the urge to take actions.
"It seems… we should let it go!"
Bill said worriedly.
Edgar just laughed. "There will be an answer, soon. Just wait and see."
Looking confused, Bill waited for Edgar to explain, which obviously he had no intention of doing.
Edgar looked out of the window and rubbed his eyebrows slightly. He can't wait for the day when all
things will be revealed…
As soon as the truth was uncovered, he wouldn't need to be controlled by others. The barrier between
him and Molly would crumble. He was counting on the emotional foundation they had for so many
years. Soon, he would be able to bring her back to his side again...
'Wait for me, Molly. Wait for me!' Edgar prayed fervently.
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