Chapter 245: Selective Blindness
[Chapter 246: Selective Blindness]
As the maintenance worker responsible for the utilities at St. Beatrice Welfare School, Ronald had numerous opportunities to tamper with the electrical equipment, causing it to malfunction and necessitating repairs. The apartment building near the church faced a minor electrical issue.
Father Michael Becker, overseeing the repairs, summoned Ronald, instructing him, "Perform a comprehensive check-up. Fix what needs fixing and replace what must be replaced; I need everything back to normal by the weekend."
Ronald immediately affirmed, "I'll conduct a full system check."
Michael Becker had trusted Ronald, who had worked at St. Beatrice for years. "Make haste."
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Ronald acknowledged, returning to his office to grab his toolbox, then picked up a bag of supplies before heading to the apartment building.
He had noticed the place before and had repaired equipment in several rooms multiple times. He hadn't considered much of it in the past. However, having seen that one person earlier, Ronald had resolved to act.
He didn't lack compassion. Yet, determination had always eluded him. Otherwise, in those years, Ronald had merely offered quiet assistance.