Let's talk about why Fred was absent.
When Sebastian returned to the living room, Fred was using his phone to scan the last two pages of the document. After finishing, he returned the file to Mrs. Hill, picked up the small pillbox on the table, stood up, and said goodbye. "Thank you for your trust. I'll have the pills thoroughly analyzed at the lab, and I'll carefully study the documents. I'll let you know of any developments."
Sebastian didn't say much, offering Mrs. Hill a few words of comfort before leaving with Fred.
"Do you believe Mrs. Hill? Have you figured out how to investigate whether Daniel was using drugs?"
Only Sebastian's low inquiries echoed in the cramped stairwell. Fred remained silent, as if lost in thought.
"I think we could ask those thugs.They're the most familiar
