Chapter 40: Panic Attack

While George is still sleeping, since she still has things to do, she went out first without waking him up. She could only tell Lary about it before leaving.

As soon as Sherly went back to her office, she delved into her investigation, her brow furrowed in deep concentration. She navigated through encrypted files and shadowy networks, her fingers flying across the keyboard with practiced precision. Each click and keystroke brought her closer to the truth, but with it came a growing sense of unease.

Finally, after what felt like an eternity of searching, Sherly uncovered the identity of the individual who had tasked Ace with investigating her as a Scorpio. Her heart sank as she read the name displayed on the screen: Joseph Santos.

Sherly's mind reeled with disbelief. Joseph Santos, her father's archenemy, had been behind it all along. The realization sent a chill down her spine, her thoughts swirling with questions and suspicions.

"How could he?" she muttered to herself, her voice lace