Chapter 144: Surveillance
Ardan provided several photos of Karissa from different angles as reference to ensure Lita wouldn't misidentify her.
"I'm sorry, Sir... I’m not really sure because I only saw her for a moment. But this isn’t something Kak Amira would normally do... Even if she's very different now from how she was seven years ago. Still, I feel like something’s off..."
Lita spoke honestly—she didn’t want to mislead someone who was already in a difficult situation.
"I know this may not be appropriate," added Lita’s mother, looking at Ardan with pleading eyes, "At a time like this, we’re burdening you… but Sir, you’re also an officer. Please, help us... Amira used to be a cheerful, kind girl. But ever since seven years ago, she changed drastically… and now, out of nowhere, she contacts us again."
"She’s right, Sir," Lita chimed in, supporting her mother’s words. "But what’s strange is… Kak Amira seems worse now than she was before..."