The Devilish Assassin Meets The Angelic Detective

"Elena… I killed a person. I-I'm a murderer."

Elena's body stiffened after hearing that confession from Charles. This was not the kind of confession she wanted to hear from him. She was at a loss for words. She was utterly astounded as of this moment.

The expression of shock in her was soon replaced by disbelief and later it turned into an expression of fright. She was scared. Yes… she truly was. Elena was still young and innocent with a weak and fragile heart. Things like killing and murder could easily frighten her.

She was not exposed to this kind of thing. For her, killing a person was still a mortal sin. That's why even though she loved Charles but after knowing that he killed a person, Elena couldn't help but feel scared.

Now, she understood why her brother Charles was telling her that he's not a good person. He killed someone. He's a murderer. Could she really love someone like him? Was her love for him strong enough to accept Charles despite the fact he killed a person?

She was a nurse. She wanted to be a doctor. She had the duty to save people's lives. But Charles, on the other hand, had killed someone. Now, her heart and mind were in chaos. She didn't know what to think nor what to feel. She needed time to think, gather her emotions, and clear her mind.

Meanwhile, Charles felt really hurt after seeing the frightened expression of Elena. He expected that this would happen once she learned the truth. Now, he couldn't take back his words. That's the truth, his job and Elle's job before was about killing people. 

But he did his first kill just recently. Samuel Sy died in his hands. He couldn't undo the incident that transpired just a few minutes ago. Now, he didn't deserve Elena's love… he couldn't accept her feelings.

"Elena… Thank you for treating my wound tonight. Let's go. I will drive you back to Dr. Clara's residence." Charles said, trying to look brave in front of her but deep inside he was badly hurt. It pained him to see Elena looking at him with that kind of expression.

Elena didn't protest. She just remained quiet. Now, she was avoiding his gaze. Since Elena was still in her deep thoughts, Charles was the one who arranged her things, bringing the items back in her medical kit. After that, he guided her coming out of his place. Charles gave her a ride going back to D. Clara's residence where Elena was currently staying.

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Meanwhile, at Erick's place, Raymond and Sarah were already waiting for Erick and Elle's arrival. Erick informed them that they were on the way now, going home. The husband and wife were excited to see Elle once again. Sarah was glad that Elle agreed on meeting them tonight.

They were supposed to be at home by 7:00 pm but because of the encounter with Catseye tonight, they returned home late. It was already a quarter to ten when Elle and Erick reached his place.

Erick alighted first from his car to open the car door for Elle. Soon, he went to the backseat to pick up the gifts Elle bought for his parents. Erick grabbed Elle's hand using his free hand while the other one was carrying all the paper bags.

Erick finally recovered from the shock and fear caused by the hostage-taking incident that happened to Elle a while ago. He was a little bit upset but this was not the time to scold her. The important thing was Elle was safe and unharmed.

For now, Erick would give Elle and his parents to catch up with each other. He knew that they missed each other too. The moment they entered the house, Elle was welcomed immediately by a warm hug coming from Sarah. She couldn't hold her tears upon seeing Elle, her dear daughter-in-law.

"My dear Elle. I'm so happy. Thank you for being alive. I miss you so much. You didn't know how heartbroken I was when I heard about your death. Thank you for coming back to us alive, my dear daughter." Sarah hugged her tight.

"Mom, don't cry. I don't want to see you cry. I'm sorry for not returning sooner. I am thankful for the love and care you are giving me. Despite my dark past, you still accepted me. I thought you would hate me once you learned the truth about my identity."

"No dear, I understand. I have no right to judge you. You've suffered so much. I felt sorry about what happened to your parents. Dear, don't worry. From now on, I will be a good mother to you just like Jasmine. I know she loved you so much. I promised her that I would take good care of you from now on."

Erick reacted after hearing that. "Mom, don't steal my role from me. That's my job. I am her husband. I should be the one taking good care of her."

"Son, when did you become so selfish?" Sarah narrowed her eyes at her son.

Elle just let out a soft giggle. Raymond also joined the conversation. "I think, I am starting to get jealous. Since Elle is here, my wife's attention will now be divided. I am afraid that she will neglect me soon. Son, what should we do now?"

"Dad, I think you should satisfy Mom every day so that she will not neglect you,. I will do the same with my wife," Erick suggested to his Dad meaningfully.

The father and son duo both flashed a mischievous smile on their faces. They were thinking of the same thing.

Sarah and Elle both rolled their eyes. They broke the hug and turned to their respective husbands. They both exclaimed the words "Naughty! Shameless!" before hitting their husbands' chest.

The two men just erupted into a peal of laughter before they grabbed their wives and trapped them in their strong arms and planting a soft kiss on their foreheads. Erick's place became lively once again because of this family reunion.