Augustine met her gaze. "The test results haven't come in yet," he said, his tone calm, yet serious. "But Patricia is still denying any involvement. She said she didn't poison the cupcakes and even refused to believe Lorie could have done such a thing. In fact, she is now accusing Audrey, claiming she must have eaten something else that caused the food poisoning."
"That's nonsense," she muttered with frustration. "Audrey was perfectly fine when she came to the restaurant. We hadn't even placed our order yet. The only thing she ate before falling sick was the cupcakes. The doctor confirmed it, too. Why is Patricia still lying?"
"She won't be able to hide forever. Once the test results come in, the truth will be out. Her denials won't matter then."
Anne let out a breath, her tension easing a bit. She trusted him. He wouldn't rest until the real culprit was exposed. Quietly, she leaned her head back onto his chest and whispered, "Thank you."
"It's late. Get some sleep."
