Chapter 16 - A New Ally

Later that evening, I walked toward where to board a taxi on the way to the road.

I was hearing the sound of footsteps coming behind me, making me look back at the person coming behind me.

Detective Reed appeared, holding a file in his hand.

"Do you always make it a habit to approach people on the road like this one?" I asked, my tone was very careful.

"Not always, But I thought this might be the only time we could talk without many eyes around." Reed replied with a smile.

"What do you want?" I asked frowning.

"I wanted to make sure you are okay. It is not easy working in a place like this, especially with the... pressures that actually comes with it." Reed stopped a few steps away, resting normally on a strong pillar.

"I'm fine, I don't need anyone checking on me." I said quickly.

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