BOOKSDRAMA Chapter 660
Joey's phone rang, cutting through the tense silence of the office like a knife. Everyone looked at him, and he could feel the sweat breaking out on his back.
Fumbling, he pulled the phone from his pocket - it was Mike on the other end. To answer or not to answer? Ignoring the call could mean missing critical information about Violette, but picking up felt like stepping into a minefield.
After a brief hesitation, Joey took a deep breath and answered. All eyes were on him.
"Joey, what was your boss' reaction after watching the video?" Mike's voice crackled through the speaker.
Joey glanced at Elijah, whose expression was as cold as ice. His piercing gaze was sharp enough to cut steel, and Joey could practically feel it slicing through him.
Clutching the phone, Joey made a beeline for the exit. His voice was a mix of irritation and anxiety. "Damn, Mike, you sure know how to ask a loaded question! What do you think his reaction was?"
Once out of earshot, Joey exhaled deeply. "Did you get a hold of Violette?"
"Yeah, I did." Mike's excitement was palpable, even though his tone deflated a bit. "And I've said it a million times - that woman in the video isn't Violette."
"She said it wasn't her?" Joey's voice was tight.
"Exactly! She claims someone's impersonating her. You guys might not know Violette, but I do. She's not the flirty type. Her life is work, kids, and medical books - that's it." Mike paused, remembering why he called. "So, what was your boss' reaction?"
"He's fuming," Joey murmured. "Elijah didn't want to believe it was her in the video. He trusts her, just like you. But, coincidentally, Brandon happened to be at the Caesar's Palace a week ago and saw Violette getting cozy with another man. He swore he heard everything from outside her door."
"Did he actually see anything?" Mike pressed.
"No. If he burst in, it would come straight to Elijah. Brandon wants to keep the lid on it until after the baby is born."
"If he didn't see it with his own eyes, then it could be a case of mistaken identity!" Mike argued. "Nora looks like Violette a lot. What if she mimicked her voice too?" Content belongs to Novelxo.org
"Are you serious?" Joey was incredulous. "You think anyone can just copy another person's voice? You've been reading too many detective novels!"
"I haven't seen it, but it's possible," Mike insisted calmly.
"And what about the pregnant belly in the video?" Joey challenged, taking a deep breath.
"Ever heard of movie magic? Special effects and make-up can fake that," Mike replied earnestly. "You should tell Elijah about this theory."
"I can't! Brandon's convinced the woman in the video is Violette, and he's urging Elijah to cut ties. What is worse, Elijah's got the hotel record's from last week, and Violette's name is on them... Even the used condom is found in her room." Content belongs to Novelxo.org S
Before Joey could continue, the elevator dinged and the doors slid open.
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Odette and Ramsey stepped out. Odette was marching ahead. Her pace was brisk, while Ramsey tried to slow her down. "Odette, wait up! I need to check if Elijah is around..." Content belongs to Novelxo.org
"I just saw Joey. Elijah's got to be here," she snapped, shaking off Ramsey's hand.
Joey approached them. His curiosity was aroused. "What brings you two here?"
"I'm here to see Elijah," Odette said bluntly. "About Violette. I know what's really going on."
Joey blinked, taken aback by her confidence.