Chapter 313
Dr. Clayton and Dominic Palmer sat across from her.
One of her subordinates was quietly reporting the progress of their investigation. “Ms. Sloan, we’ve tracked down a few leads, but it’s incredibly difficult.
There were over fifty garbage trucks and more than a hundred dump trucks. They scattered the loads to different waste sites. We can’t lock down the target vehicles on such short notice p>
Sienna’s expression remained perfectly cool, not a single ripple in her eyes. “If you can’t lock them down, then don’t. Send more men and search every single truck. Do not let a single one slip by.
Even if they’ve pulverized everything into sawdust, I want you to dig the evidence out of that pile p>
“Yes, ma’am p>
Sienna looked at the man, her tone hardening. “The more desperate she is to cover her tracks at Sweetbriar Woods, the more it proves she’s hiding a damning secret there.
Pick up the pace and act with absolute caution. We cannot let her slip through the cracks again p>
The subordinate nodded respectfully.
Sienna pointed to Mr. Palmer, adding a strict instruction.
“Make sure Mr. Palmer’s team is present for the entire evidence collection process.
Keep every legal receipt and document. We cannot leave them a single loophole to exploit.
Once you secure concrete proof, hand it over to the police immediately p>
“Understood p>
Sienna reined in her intense gaze. “What about Celeste p>
The subordinate gave an honest report. “Ms. Carlyle went to the Boss’s apartment, only to find the place completely trashed. It’s basically a ruin. She flat-out refused to stay there.
Now she’s pestering Helena and Grandma, crying about wanting to book a long-term suite at a seven-star hotel p>
A faint smile ghosted across Sienna’s lips.
Noting her expression, the subordinate added, “We already gave Grandma and Helena a subtle warning. If they secretly funnel cash to Ms. Carlyle, they won’t be allowed back into the Manor tonight.
They’re terrified, so they haven’t dared to make a move p>
Mr. Palmer sighed softly at the news. “Ms. Carlyle is used to a life of absolute luxury with the SterlingS She burns through money like water. On her pitiful salary, she won’t last a few days p>
Sienna scoffed. “I want to see her break p>
Mr. Palmer and Dr. Clayton both looked at her.
“Once she’s strapped for cash, she’ll get desperate and start scrounging for funds everywhere. Since someone is clearly backing her in the shadows they won’t just sit by and watch
Sienna’s gaze swept over the two men, eyes shining with total clarity.
“When that happens, we follow the money, and we’ll easily find out who is pulling the strings for her p>
Both Dr. Clayton and Mr. Palmer nodded, fully agreeing with her logic.
Given Celeste’s limited intelligence and resources, there was no way she orchestrated the attempted, murder of an elder and the destruction of evidence entirely on her own. Someone else had to be calling the shots.
Sienna waved her hand. “You’re dismissed p>
“Yes, ma’am p>
Once the subordinate left, the study fell completely silent.
Dr. Clayton exchanged a look with Mr. Palmer before turning his attention back to Sienna.
“Ms. Sloan, regarding the acupuncture therapy you mentioned earlier, we’ve thought it over and believe it’s worth a try p>
Sienna’s eyes lit up slightly. “Really p>
Dr. Clayton nodded. “Given Grandpa’s current condition, Western medicine has done everything it can.
He’s just surviving on machines at this point. Rather than waiting for the inevitable, we might as well take a different approach. There could be a glimmer of hope p>
Mr. Palmer voiced his support as well. “Grandpa always valued you the most. Naturally, we trust you too p>
A rush of warmth flooded Sienna’s chest. “Thank you both for trusting me. I will do absolutely everything in my power. I won’t let you down p>
Just as the three were talking, an urgent knock hammered against the door.