Chapter 14 The putrid air was so thick that Caiden felt like he was suffocating . He stood blankly in the dim activity room , countless flies buzzing around him , the stench of decaying flesh filling his nostrils , like countless blunt knives crazily churning in his stomach . But he was like a petrified statue , not even the eyelashes trembled . The forensic doctor looked at him , his lips moving , something in the evidence bag handed over by the police was reflecting light- Mr. Henderson ... the deceased was your wife ... Penelope ... her throat was slit ... a week ago ... Broken words drifted into Caiden's ears , but they sounded muffled as if behind a thick pane of frosted glass , making them impossible to decipher . Caiden's eyes glazed over as he suddenly noticed his hand shaking violently . Mr. Henderson , the body of your wife needs ... It's not her , he exclaimed , as if waking from a nightmare , taking a sudden step back and knocking over the folding chair behind him . Amid the harsh clang of metal , he heard the thunderous pounding of his own heart , his voice strained as he said , " My wife has a crescent - shaped scar on her left wrist ... " The forensic doctor lifted the white cloth . 0.00 % 02:38 Chapter 14 On the eye . swollen wrist of the female corpse , a familiar scar pierced into the Caiden felt like a thunderbolt had struck him , and the world in front of his eyes turned blood red . He staggered out of the room , fell to his knees in pain , and only vomited a large mass of stomach acid tinged with blood . President , take a look at this ! The assistant chased out with a tablet in hand , showing a close - up of the corpse's chest on the screen . The two words " Caiden " were carved into the decaying skin of the female corpse , alongside the tattoo of " Penelope " over Caiden's heart . Caiden's heart was like a knife , his voice eerie : " This can't be her , she's waiting for me in the hospital . " He drove back to the hospital and kicked open the door to the intensive care unit . The female patient in the bed was drinking porridge . Caiden ripped out her IV needle , dragged her to the ground , his face contorted in anger . " How dare you sleep in my wife's bed ? " The female patient was scared by his rudeness and screamed in shock , immediately having an asthma attack . Ignoring the cries and chaos in the hospital room , he raised his hand and opened the wardrobe , frantically checking every corner . " Penelope , don't hide ... I'm taking you home . " The dean rushed over upon hearing the news , only to see the most prominent man in San Antonio kneeling on the ground , whispering softly under the dark bed , " Come out , Penelope , please ? Your husband has 30.54 % 02:38 bought you your favorite blueberry cake ... " Mr. Henderson ! The dean approached with a grim expression . " Pull yourself together . Your wife left the hospital a week ago . The police have found her body ... she's already ... " Shut up ! Caiden suddenly erupted , his big hand gripping the dean's neck and pinning him against the wall , his voice as harsh as a ghost : " If you curse my wife again , I'll make your whole family pay with their lives ! " The corridor outside the ward was crowded with medical staff whispering to each other . Mr. Henderson couldn't accept the tragic death of his wife , did he have a mental breakdown ? It's so scary ! It was said that Penelope was tortured , killed , and had her throat cut , blood flowing all over the floor . It would be strange if he didn't go crazy . Let's quickly get away from this madman . It would be disastrous if he turned his anger on us ! Ignoring the discussions of the onlookers , Caiden remained indifferent . He repeatedly opened the wardrobe in the room , looking fearful as if waiting for a prisoner to be tortured : " Little ancestor , please don't hide from me , come home with me . " I sent the Breslin family mother and son away , you will never see them again . I will watch over you and never make a mistake again , I promise ! 67.45 % Title: Crown of Vengeance In "Crown of Vengeance" by CrushReel, delve into a gripping tale of betrayal and redemption. Unravel the intricate web of deceit as a woman's life is shattered by family secrets and a tragic twist of fate. Amid themes of revenge, family dynamics, and dark revelations, this ongoing drama unfolds within the walls of a mysterious mansion where past wrongs resurface to haunt the present. Discover the depths of human emotion as our protagonist navigates a world filled with deception and hidden agendas. What sets "Crown of Vengeance" apart is its nuanced exploration of complex relationships and the quest for justice in the face of overwhelming odds. Available to read at CrushReel, this story promises a riveting journey through the shadows of the past towards a future where truth may ultimately prevail.