Out of Reach

Just like Aria thought, Malachi just played along with the investigation, then washed his hands of the whole thing.

He admitted meeting up with Aria to talk about their drama, but said they parted on bad terms.

But he swore he never tried to make Aria stay, even going so far as to say she was out for revenge because he didn't want her dating his son.

Malachi even sent people to Vernal Hill Estate