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Chapter 6 - Chapter 6

Charles stood at the front of the conference room, surrounded by the forensic team. Daniela sat in the corner, her eyes fixed on the board. "Alright, let's get started," Charles said, gesturing to the board. "We have a complex web of evidence and suspects. Let's break it down. "The team gathered around the board, studying the messages, pictures, and red lines connecting the individuals. 

The Lady in Question[Diana's picture]- Victoria: Suspected killer, motives unclear- Sarah: Mysterious figure, possible accomplice- Daniela: Sister, aware of Diana's fate, Cruz Enterprises: Possible involvement in Diana's disappearance. Charles pointed to the board. "We have threats, messages, and a possible conspiracy. What do we know? "Forensic Expert 1: "The messages on the phone are encrypted, but we're working on cracking the code." Forensic Expert 2: "The fingerprints on the warehouse door match Victoria's." Forensic Expert 3: "We found a hidden safe in Diana's office. Inside, a note with a cryptic message: 'Eclipse'. "Daniela's eyes flickered, but she remained silent. Charles's eyes narrowed. "Eclipse? What does it mean?"

 Forensic Expert 1: "We're researching possible connections. Maybe it's a code name or a location. "Charles turned to Daniela. "You're quiet, Daniela. What do you know?" Daniela's expression remained neutral. "Just trying to process, Charles. "Charles's instincts screamed that Daniela was hiding something. Detective Charles gathered the forensic team, determined to crack the case. "Let's analyze every shred of evidence," he said. The team began re-examining Diana's research on Cruz Enterprises, Victoria's alibi and the cryptic messages. Forensic Expert Rachel spoke up, "We found a hidden safe in Diana's office." Charles's eyes lit up. "What's inside?" Rachel replied, "An encrypted note. We're working on decrypting it." Charles's phone buzzed. An anonymous text read: "Look closer at Daniela." His eyes narrowed. What did Daniela know? He turned to her. "Daniela, what do you know about Diana's research?" Daniela hesitated. "Just that she was investigating Cruz Enterprises." Charles's instincts screamed that Daniela was withholding information. "Daniela, what's going on? Tell me the truth." Daniela's expression faltered, revealing a hint of fear. "I...I don't know what you're talking about, Charles." Charles's eyes locked onto hers. "Don't lie to me, Daniela. I know you're hiding something." Forensic Expert Alex interrupted, "Guys, I found something. A suspicious transaction on Cruz Enterprises' accounts." The team gathered around Alex's computer. Charles's mind racing, he turned back to Daniela. "You're coming with me. We need to talk." Daniela nodded, her eyes darting nervously. As they left the lab, Charles couldn't shake the feeling he was getting close to the truth. But what was Daniela hiding? Who was behind the anonymous text? In the interrogation room, Charles pressed Daniela. "Tell me, what do you know?" Daniela's voice cracked. "I...I was helping Diana. She was in danger." Charles's eyes widened. "What danger?" Daniela hesitated before speaking." Diana discovered something big. Something that could bring down Cruz Enterprises." Charles's grip on his pen tightened. "What was it?" Daniela leaned in, her voice barely audible. "I don't know. Diana wouldn't tell me. But I think it's connected to Dian herself.

 Charles's mind reeled. Diana Cruz, CEO of Cruz Enterprises, was investigating her own company. He needed concrete evidence. The investigation was far from over. Charles was determined to uncover the truth, no matter the cost.

Charles's eyes narrowed. "What do you mean 'her own company'?" Daniela's voice trembled. "Diana was investigating Cruz Enterprises. She suspected illegal activities. "Charles's mind racing, he pressed on. "What kind of activities?" Daniela hesitated before speaking. "I don't know. Diana wouldn't tell me. But she was scared. She thought someone was watching her. "Charles's grip on his pen tightened. "Did she mention anyone specific?" Daniela shook her head. "No, but she said it went all the way to the top." Charles's eyes locked onto Daniela's. "The top of Cruz Enterprises?" Daniela nodded, tears welling up in her eyes. Charles's thoughts swirled. Diana Cruz, CEO of Cruz Enterprises, was investigating her own company. What secrets was she uncovering?

" When did she tell you this" Charles asked staring at her, "she told me on the night before she died" she replied not sparing a glance at him, " over the phone or in person?" his curiosity now piqued waiting for her reply," over the phone, Charles" she said, he immediately knew she was the one Diana went to see that night of her death, 

'if the autopsy say it was Diana's body then how did she do it, and faked her death, i need to call Dr. Patel' he said to himself

Just then, Forensic Expert Rachel burst in. "Charles, we decrypted the note!" Charles's heart skipped a beat. "What does it say?" Rachel's eyes widened. "It's a message from Diana. 'They're watching. Trust no one.' Charles's eyes met Daniela's. The truth was closing in.

"will be there soon"