From Forgotten Wife To Fierce Queen - Chapter 268: Chapter 268

From the time Jolin enrolled in the police academy to when she officially joined the force, only a few high-ranking officials knew her true identity. She never mentioned her connection to the Godard family.
Occasionally, people would ask, and she would always reply, "There are plenty of people with the surname Godard in this world. Does that mean they all belong to that family?"
She simply wanted to shed the stereotype of being the Godard family's heiress. She wanted to do what she liked and become the person she aspired to be. But the identity of the Godard family's heiress would always be a shackle, preventing her from acting freely.
Because of that, when Paisley understood Jolin's silent plea and chose not to expose her, Jolin instantly developed a deep appreciation for her.
"Alright, my task is done. There's nothing else I can help you with," Paisley said as she started packing up her things.
"Ms. Sutton, you're too humble. You've already helped us tremendously," Elijah said sincerely.
"Yeah, thank you." Jolin also expressed her gratitude with genuine appreciation in her eyes.
Paisley paused while fixing her hair and raised an eyebrow. She thought, 'Didn't she look like she wanted nothing to do with me just yesterday?'
At that moment, the policewoman came over carrying Serena.
"Mommy!" shouted Serena.
Seeing that Serena was safe and sound, Paisley let out a long breath of relief. She thanked the officer before taking Serena into her arms. "Come on, let's go home."
"Ms. Sutton, I'll arrange for someone to escort you back." Elijah offered politely.
"No need. We can go back on our own." It would be a good chance to take Serena around Montera and make up for the missed palace tour.
Seeing this, Elijah didn't insist. After all, their manpower was limited. Now that they had a new lead, their priority was solving the case.
"I'll walk you out." Jolin volunteered and immediately followed after Paisley.
Elijah and Ethan exchanged glances, both equally confused.
They thought, 'What's going on today? Cold-faced killer Ms. Godard actually took the initiative to give someone a ride?'
Jolin quickly caught up with Paisley. "Wait, I'll walk you out."
"Thanks." Paisley wasn't someone to hold grudges. She understood Jolin's frustration at not being able to solve the case.
So, before parting ways, she patted Jolin on the shoulder. "Stay safe."
Jolin froze for a moment, and then nodded. "Got it." After a brief hesitation, she awkwardly added, "Cousin."
Paisley's eyes flickered slightly, and then she put on a teasing look. Speaking in the same coaxing tone she used with Serena, she said, "Good girl."
Jolin felt like Paisley was making fun of her. Her face turned red, and with an indignant huff, she spun around and strode back into the police station.
"Still such a stubborn tsundere," Paisley muttered under her breath before getting into a passing taxi with Serena in her arms.
Meanwhile, at Montera Grand Airport—
The plane from Harrowfell to Montera landed on time. Dominick and Grayson stepped out through the VIP passage, accompanied by airline staff carrying their luggage.
Such a striking father-and-son duo naturally caught the attention of passersby.
"Hey, handsome, can I add you on WhatsApp?" A young woman approached, her gaze burning with interest as she asked for Dominick's contact information.
"Sorry, I'm married. I have a kid," Dominick patiently explained.
Hearing that, the girl realized she'd been rejected. She didn't push further and walked away, visibly disappointed.
"Mr. Vanderbilt," a man called out just then.
The man spotted Dominick and excitedly ran over, signaling his attendants to take Dominick's luggage. "Mr. Vanderbilt, let me take you to the hotel."
This man was one of Dominick's business partners in Montera. But this time, Dominick had another crucial reason for contacting him. He was childhood friends with Josie from the Godard family.