Swapping a Broken Heart for a New Start novel Chapter 973

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Seeing this unfold, Mr. Adams had the sinking feeling that his family was about to become a laughingstock.

He scowled, his displeasure evident as he confronted his son. “Joseph, what is the meaning of this? Why did you bring so many people here?”

Joseph Adams, regaining his composure, turned to his disheveled yet defiant son and snapped, “You ungrateful whelp, what in the world are you trying to pull?”

Faced with their accusations, Larry Adams remained impassive, an icy aura radiating from him.

He didn't need to answer. The police officers behind him stepped forward. “Mr. Adams, Mr. Joseph Adams,” one began, “we received a report that Mrs. Kimberly Adams is suspected of hiring a hitman, desecrating a grave, kidnapping, and murder. We need to take her to the station for questioning. We hope she will cooperate and come with us.”

“What?” Mr. Adams was stunned into silence.

Kimberly Howard’s face paled, a cold sweat beading on her forehead. Still, she forced a composed smile. “Officer, there must be some misunderstanding. I’m a law-abiding citizen. Why would I ever do something so… illegal?”

Joseph and his father exchanged uneasy glances. “Officer,” Joseph said firmly, “tonight is a momentous occasion for the Adams family. We have so many guests present. You can’t just make accusations like this.”

His gaze then fell on Larry, his voice dripping with disgust. “You defiant son, what kind of stunt are you pulling now?”

Mr. Adams shifted his attention back to Larry, his expression filled with disapproval. “Larry, stop this nonsense! Can’t we discuss whatever this is in private? You didn’t have to make such a scene. And what is that in your hand?”

In the chaos, no one had noticed what Larry was holding. Now, following Mr. Adams’s gaze, they saw the memorial tablet. Mr. Adams instantly recognized the name inscribed on it.

“Why did you bring your mother’s memorial tablet here?” he exclaimed, horrified.

The guests erupted in a flurry of whispers.

“What’s going on? Hitmen, kidnapping, desecrating a grave? What is all this?”

“Did he just say Mrs. Adams was responsible for all that?”

“That can’t be possible. Mrs. Adams doesn’t seem like the type to do such things…”

“Don’t be so sure. Every wealthy family has its secrets, don’t they?”

Brian Adams watched the scene unfold, seething with rage. Just moments ago, his father had been about to name him the new head of the family. And now, Larry had to show up and ruin everything.