I Became a Suspect in the Murder of My Brother

Levi was a fool with money but no brains. He wasn't worth my time.

The next second, I heard my colleagues' panicked voices outside the office. Before I could react, Levi burst in with several men in black.

My vision suddenly went dark as someone yanked my ponytail. A sharp pain shot through my scalp, and my eyes filled with tears.

"Charlotte, did you really think I wouldn't find you?" Levi said, gripping my hair tightly.

I didn't expect him to make such a scene at my workplace. Thankfully, I had a private office, so my humiliation was somewhat contained.

"Where's Leo?"

Levi waved his hand, and the men started searching the small office. But how could a toddler possibly be hiding here? I crossed my arms, watching them with disdain.

"Emma said you took Leo out for the day and never returned. Now she's missing, too. Are you two playing me?" Levi said. His voice was laced with anger.

I shoved his hand away. The hatred flashed in my eyes.

"Just because she said it doesn't make it true. Do you even think for yourself? I have a job. I don't have time to babysit for a couple of lunatics," I said.

Levi's gaze was stubborn as he tightened his grip on my hair.

"You didn't even go to work yesterday! The servants said they hadn't seen Leo since you left. Emma was left alone, too. What else do you have to say?" Levi said.

Lowering his voice, he added, "I might let the money go, but if anything happens to my son, I will take your life."

2

"I knew you were after my fortune, but I never thought you'd be this cruel. Hiding your own brother to threaten me?" Levi said through gritted teeth.

Levi growled. "You've already spent millions. Wasn't that enough? Have I ever mistreated you?"

Thanks to Emma's manipulation, Levi had always believed I was after his fortune.

During our relationship, Emma often invited us over for dinner. She was always praising Levi.

Later, she played both sides, pretending to support me while feeding Levi lies.

She told me Levi wasn't sincere about me while feeding him stories about me being a gold digger. It deepened his misunderstandings.

At first, I had no idea Levi was wealthy. It was Emma who recognized his expensive watch.

During a quarrel between Levi and me, my mom went behind my back and married him.

Since then, we've lived under the same roof but barely spoke.

But every penny Emma spent was blamed on me. Every man she flirted with became proof of my infidelity, making Levi hate me even more.

So even though there were many inconsistencies today, Levi believed Emma's words without question. He was not even bothering to investigate.

"So, if I hide your son, you suddenly can't have more kids?" I said coldly.

My tone was icy as I added, "Besides, can't you check if I spent your money? Who even wants your filthy money?"

Seeing that I wasn't backing down, Levi slammed my head against the desk. I was blurred.

His chest heaved with anger, as if he might explode at any moment.

Just then, there was a knock at the door.

"Charlotte, I picked these flowers for you today. They're fresh and beautiful..." Isaac said, pushing the door open.

Isaac's words trailed off as he took in the scene.

Levi turned and smirked. "So this is your suitor, huh?" he said, crossing his arms.