A Moment in Destiny

Chapter 979 Suspected

Rae easily caught the odd term in Ophelia’s words, which was ‘cash’.

Twenty thousand dollars in cash was quite a good amount, but if it was really this amount in cash. If Ophelia really took twenty thousand dollars in cash from Karina, would she dare to leave this huge amount of money at home? According to her understanding of Ophelia, Ophelia would never put the cash at home. Just like last time, she set a fire at home. Ophelia did such a dangerous thing. If there was cash at home, wouldn't she burn the cash too?

However, she repeatedly said that the amount of money was in cash. Rae felt that this was strange.

If a person suddenly received a twenty thousand dollars in cash, he or she would probably think of saving the big amount of cash in the bank at the first thought!

If the twenty thousand dollars was obtained illegally, you would probably think of finding a proper place to hide the money. That place must be very secretive, at least it wouldn’t be in the apartment. Ophelia was a highly vigilant person, so this was not possible! However, she should know about this amount of money in cash. Otherwise, why did she mention the money was in cash all the time? Usually people would just say ‘twenty thousand dollars’ but they wouldn’t mention ‘in cash’ again and again!

Therefore, Rae concluded that Ophelia knew about the money, but maybe she didn't take it. She just knew it at most.

If this was the case, then Rae had a conclusion in her heart.

After having a deep thought, Rae said, "Stanley received a twenty thousand dollars in his bank account before he died! He didn’t cash in the money through bank transfer but he went to the bank himself with the huge amount of cash and saved it in his bank account. So we couldn’t find out where the money is right now and who gave it to him? There were no transaction records.”

When she said this, she looked at Ophelia. Ophelia’s expression still remained the same, but when Rae finished her words, Ophelia seemed relieved.

Rae squinted her eyes and soon returned to normal. She did not let Ophelia see that she was suspecting her.

So far, Rae was quite sure that Ophelia was hiding something from her.

She remembered that Raphael, who was currently in custody, had vowed to be innocent. But in the end, as they continued to investigate deeper into the case, Raphael was also found guilty. Rae had never thought that Raphael was guilty of the case.

Raphael was the only friend she had after she returned to the Baxter family, and it turned out like this!

Now Ophelia seemed to be hiding something from her. Rae suddenly felt a little scared. was she destined to be alone for life? Did God want to take away all her friends?

Uh!

No!

Rae denied it in her heart. No, it shouldn’t be. Ophelia was very smart. How could she?

She must have some unspeakable reason!

Rae decided to work harder. Maybe Ophelia was afraid that her case would worry herself. That was why she didn't tell her about it!

Or, it could be because too many people were involved in this matter, including Reuben, Heath, Stefan and more. They were people Rae could not provoke as a powerless woman.

Ophelia said after a while, “What a coincidence, it's also a twenty thousand dollars. Maybe I will be suspected again?"

Rae nodded seriously, “They are already suspecting you, it’s not maybe!”

"Ah?" Ophelia was shocked.

Rae looked into her eyes and said, "Ophelia, you should know, justice will always find its way!”

Ophelia heard Rae's words and looked down.

Rae added, "Maybe you have fallen into a trap now. This is a deep trap. You should think about every detail thoroughly. Perhaps, the small detail could determine the discovery of Stanley’s case. If you can't cooperate, you may be involved in this case!”

"You mean the police will continue to interrogate me?" Ophelia seemed very troubled about it.

"If you are taken in for interrogation again this time, they may have gotten exact evidence before they come. They may not fully suspect you with the twenty thousand dollars you have currently but the police will continue the investigation. I know you have nothing to do with this matter, so you don't have to worry. I know how you are!"

Hearing Rae said this, Ophelia thought carefully, and then suddenly she grabbed her hair. She looked very hurt.

Rae looked at her and sighed slightly in her heart.

She had been trying to ask, but Ophelia didn't seem to want to say anything.

This was where Rae felt helpless. If Ophelia didn't want to tell her anything, it was difficult for her to help Ophelia. Rae didn't know what Ophelia was worrying about now? Or was she threatened? Or was

she willing to do this?

"I want to take a shower!" Ophelia suddenly spoke after she thought about things for a while.

Rae was stunned, then she nodded, "Alright! Sure, I'll bring you my unworn clothes!”

"It’s fine even if you’ve worn the clothes!” Ophelia looked at Rae and smiled shyly, “We are such good friends. I don't mind wearing your clothes!"

"But I should respect you at least. It's your first time here at my place!" Rae had already gone to her closet to look for clothes. She quickly took the clothes and came to Rae, then she stuffed them into Ophelia’s hand. She pointed to the bathroom in her bedroom and said, "Here, the bathroom is inside. Go take a shower!"

Ophelia looked at Rae, she wanted to say something but she stopped.

"What do you want to say? Just say it. Don't hesitate. I'll feel bad if you are like this. Aren't we friends?"

"Nat!" Ophelia suddenly hugged Rae.

Rae was stunned.

Ophelia hugged Rae tightly again, "Nat, thank you!"

"You have to be well!" Rae has many words that she wanted to say, but in the end, she could only say this. She put all her words into this sentence, “Believe me and Marcel, we can help you solve all your problems!”

Ophelia finally nodded, but she still didn't say anything.

Rae watched as Ophelia go into the bathroom. She could not help but to frown.

Ophelia stayed in the bathroom for half an hour, and when she finally came out from the bathroom, she still didn’t say a word.

They laid in bed. Ophelia said, "I'm sleepy. I'll sleep first!"

Rae opened her mouth and saw that Ophelia had turned her back towards her. She guessed that Ophelia probably needed time to think about it, so she didn't say anything.

“Good night!”

They slept soundly the whole night. When Rae got up, Ophelia was already awake. She stood by the window and was looking outside. She pointed to Raphael’s room which was opposite Rae's room and said, "These two villas are so close by! You could jump across to the opposite villa at once!”

"Well, yes, there used to be a Rae's childhood sweetheart living opposite here. He's a handsome man and heirs of the Gill family!"

Ophelia was stunned. She asked, "Raphael Gill?"

"Yes!" Rae nodded, “You should also know that we just dealt with Raphael’s case not long ago. He and I are good friends!”

Ophelia nodded thoughtfully, "I heard he killed someone. I wonder if it's true!"

"I’ve asked him about it before. At the beginning of the trial, he was like normal people. We were still best friends. Later, after we investigated further, he was found guilty. I wanted to help him, but I couldn't help him in the end!" Rae sighed softly, "If he could tell me at the beginning of the case, the case might not end like that!"

What Rae wanted to say to Ophelia was already obvious!

Ophelia was a smart person, she should understand what Rae meant!

Ophelia just smiled awkwardly, after that she thought about it deeply again!

Rae didn't have to say anything else.

Ophelia asked, "What happened to Raphael in the end?”

"At present, the prosecutorial unit has not completed the investigation, and the court session is approaching. He has been detained for more than a month. Up to now, I have not been able to see him. He is not allowed to see anyone before the court session! Therefore, I don't know the specific situation he's facing at present! But Raphael is probably going to face the worst sentence. Even if it is not the death penalty, it may be life imprisonment!”

After Ophelia heard Rae’s words, she couldn’t speak!

After a few minutes, Ophelia suddenly said, "I...I have to go back now. I remember that I have something urgent to do at work. I have to deal with it quickly in the morning!"

This was such a lame excuse.

But Rae knew that Ophelia didn't want to tell her anything so it's no use for her to ask Ophelia.

"Let’s have breakfast before you go?"

"No, it’s fine!" Ophelia shook her head.

"Then I'll let the driver send you there!"

"No! I'll go myself!” Ophelia shook her head.

Rae had to send her downstairs. When they got downstairs, they were preparing to go to the door. They happened to see Leonard entering the house.

Ophelia looked up and saw Leonard. Rae quickly introduced Leonard, “Ophelia, this is my father!”

Ophelia immediately nodded at Leonard and said with a smile, "Hello, uncle!"

"Hello!" Leonard nodded, his eyes looked a bit shocked when he saw Ophelia. His face resumed calm very soon.

Rae added, "Dad, this is my good friend, Ophelia Grant! We hanged out last night and it was late. So I brought Ophelia back home! "

"Oh. Hello, Ophelia. Where are you heading to?"

"Ophelia is leaving. I'll send her off!"

"Why not have breakfast before you go?" Leonard said politely.

"It’s okay!" Ophelia shook her head, “Goodbye, uncle!”

Rae took her to the door and helped her get a taxi. The car left. Rae saw Ophelia having a deep thought inside the car through the window. She didn’t know what Ophelia was thinking!

When Rae returned home, she saw Leonard standing in the living room instead of washing up. He seemed to be waiting for her. Rae immediately went to her father, "Dad, is there anything you want to say?"

Leonard looked at the door and hesitated before saying, "When did you get to know Miss Grant?" Material © of NôvelDrama.Org.

Ophelia was originally her friend and classmate. She had been still Natalie at that time. Now she was Rae. Therefore, Rae could only answer, "It's a friend I just met. We are very congenial!"

"I see!" Leonard nodded. Then he seemed to hesitate.

"Dad," Rae naturally saw Leonard’s reaction and couldn't help asking, "What’s wrong?"

"Is it still possible between you and Reuben?" Only then, Leonard spoke. As soon as he spoke, he changed the topic and asked about Reuben.

Rae shook her head, "No, dad. Reuben and I are impossible to be together!"

Hearing this answer, Leonard nodded and seemed a little relieved! Then he said, "I also feel that Reuben is not suitable for you. Initially I thought he was a good match but he is too casual and disloyal in relationship. So, I don't want my daughter to marry him!"

Rae didn't understand why her father said that, so she was a little confused.

Seeing Rae looking confused, Leonard directly explained, "The relationship between Miss Grant and Reuben is unusual. I’ve met both of them at a club before, but they didn't see me. They did something inappropriate at the stairs of the club. And this happened after Reuben came to our house a few days ago! I thought, in that case, it’s better for you and Reuben to call it off! After the incident of your mother, I didn't find a chance to tell you about it. Now that I happened to meet Miss Grant, I’ll just tell you directly!”

What Leonard meant was that Reuben had intimate relationship with Ophelia in the club after visiting the Baxter family seven years later!