The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 1444

Ida adjusted her gold-rimmed glasses and responded with a steady tone. "Veronica mentioned that the boss ran into Sophia while picking up the kid today."

Chase's expression faltered. "When did she return? Our guys didn't even notice."

Ida squinted thoughtfully. "Clearly, she's been aware of our surveillance over the years. She's good at avoiding detection. Considering her family's influence in M State, it's entirely possible she slipped past us to return home. Furthermore, according to Veronica, Sophia claimed to be married and was carrying a child. Veronica came to us to investigate the identity of Sophia's so-called husband."

Chase took a seat opposite Ida. "She married without a noise? We've been watching her, but there's never been any man around her. Could it be...?"

Ida knew what Chase was suspecting. "We can't jump to conclusions yet. Have someone check out which hotel Sophia is staying at, her husband's background, and the purpose of her return."

Chase gestured an OK sign. "Leave it to me."

He then stood up to make a call. A few minutes later, he returned, saying, "Found it. Sophia and her family are staying at the Greenhaven Hotel in the city center. She's also brought along Thaddeus's most professional bodyguards. There were about a dozen men."

Ida raised an eyebrow. "Any leads on her husband's identity?"

Chase shook his head. "Nothing useful yet. Just a name: Marcus."

After hearing that Sophia's husband was named Marcus, a hint of disappointment flashed in Ida's eyes.

Chase continued. "Another reliable piece of information. Thaddeus is probably going to retire soon. He's preparing to hand over the family's conglomerate to his daughter, Sophia. Sophia is willing to take over her father's company. This return is to liquidate some assets here, abandon the market here, and never come back."

Ida was suspicious. The market here had great potential for development, but Sophia was going to sell it all.

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