CHAPTER 179

"I won't stay hidden here while you chase her," he said, his voice cold and determined. "Not this time."

"Aria-"

"Please," Aria interrupted, her voice now softer, but still firm. "Just... let me be there. Let me see if they arrest her. I need to know if it's really over."

There was silence on the line.

A long one.

Finally, Martinez sighed. "Fine. But stay in the vehicle with me. Don't get out. I'm not trying to be a hero. Understood?"

Aria nodded quickly. "Understood."

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**Two hours