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CHAPTER 412
Dione’s fists trembled at her sides. Her friends—the ones she had trusted most—were openly casting her aside, admitting they had only used her. Rage, shock, and betrayal flooded her, leaving her more alone than ever.She opened her mouth to argue, but no words came. The realization that even her closest allies had turned on her struck harder than anything she had ever faced.Tears welled in her eyes, and before she realized it, they spilled down her cheeks. She couldn’t understand what was happening. They had been friends for years. How could they have harbored such thoughts about her all this time?Her chest heaved as sobs tore free. She dropped to her knees despite being tied, wailing like a child, her cries echoing off the walls. Her voice cracked as she pleaded through her tears.“Why? Why are you doing this to me? We were friends! We’ve been together all these years! How could you—how could you say those things about me?”Her sobs grew louder, pitiful, as she beat her fists again
CHAPTER 411
Gideon was having the worst day of his life. Though he had been in business for years and politics for as long as he could remember, he had never faced a situation like this.Not only had his daughter failed to make the daily call that usually soothed his nerves, but he had also discovered that she was missing. That realization shattered him.And the worst part? A strange call confirmed she hadn’t simply forgotten—she had been taken.His gaze kept drifting to his phone, but its screen stayed dark.He had waited, expecting a ransom demand, preparing himself to pay whatever price they named. But as the minutes stretched into silence, he realized this wasn’t about money.“What’s going on?” he muttered, rising to his feet and pacing.Panic surged in his chest. His daughter had always been sheltered, well-dressed, and well-protected. If she were being held in harsh conditions, she wouldn’t endure it. He couldn’t bear to imagine her suffering—humiliated, frightened, stripped of her dignity.
CHAPTER 410
Even though she had clearly heard what Ophelia had said, Dione refused to believe any of it was true. After all, her father had never failed to save her, and he had always been there whenever she needed him.To her, convincing the Washingtons might be easy for him, and she didn’t need to be paranoid. She just had to make sure she could contact her father, and he would find a way to save her. Once that happened, the Washingtons wouldn’t be able to take anything from her—they were just seeking revenge.Dione shook her head, frustration and a flicker of fear in her eyes. “No,” she murmured, her voice trembling slightly. “This… all of this is your fault.”Persis and Ophelia exchanged a glance, waiting for her to continue.“If it weren’t for you two,” Dione said, her tone sharp and accusatory, “none of this would have happened. I wouldn’t have needed to… take the kids. None of this!”Persis looked at Dione. Judging from the little she remembered of her, Persis was certain Dione was showing
CHAPTER 409
In a sleek, high-rise office overlooking the city, Mayor Gideon Theron sat behind his polished desk, his sharp features tense with worry. Dark circles shadowed his eyes, and his usually neat hair had loosened strands falling across his forehead.His jacket lay draped over the back of his chair, sleeves rolled up, tie slightly askew, as if he’d been pacing for hours. On the desk in front of him rested a nameplate: Gideon Theron.“Clara,” he called, his voice sharp but strained. “Have you heard anything from my daughter yet? Has she contacted us?”His assistant, standing near the edge of the desk, glanced nervously at him. “Not yet, sir. She hasn’t reached out this morning either. I’ve tried the usual channels—her phone, friends, even security—but…” Her voice trailed off.The mayor’s jaw tightened. “But nothing?” His fingers drummed faster now. “Do you understand how serious this is? My daughter, Dione—is missing. If something happens to her…” He stopped himself, taking a deep breath, b
CHAPTER 408
The next morning, the house was quiet as Persis made her way down the stairs. The faint sound of her footsteps broke the silence. She reached the bottom and flicked on the lights; outside, darkness still clung to the sky, the sun not yet risen.In the kitchen, she pulled out a carton of eggs, a loaf of bread, and a few slices of avocado from the fridge. She cracked two eggs into a small pan, letting them sizzle gently and toasted two slices of bread.While the toast browned, she sliced the avocado, laying it carefully on the toast and sprinkling a pinch of salt over it. Once the eggs were done—soft, barely set—she placed them beside the avocado toast on a simple plate.She carried it to the counter and began eating slowly. As soon as she put the first bite into her mouth, a bright smile appeared on her face.‘It tastes just the way I wanted it to,’ she thought.“Ms. Damon?” Howard’s voice came from the doorway. “What are you doing at this hour?”Persis looked up from her plate, reali
CHAPTER 407
The hospital room was quiet, save for the soft beeping of monitors and the faint rustle of nurses in the hallway. Persis held Bianca gently in her arms, the little girl still alert but clearly exhausted from the ordeal.A doctor, clipboard in hand, approached with a professional yet reassuring smile.“Ms. Damon,” he began, glancing at Persis, “we’ve done a full check. There are no injuries beyond a few minor bruises and scrapes where she was tied. She’s perfectly fine.”Persis’s shoulders relaxed almost imperceptibly. She let out a slow, relieved sigh, tightening her hold on Bianca slightly.“Thank goodness,” she whispered, the tension finally leaving her voice.Bianca, sensing the relief, looked up at Persis with wide, trusting eyes. “I’m okay, Persis,” she said softly, echoing the doctor’s words, though her small hand reached up to grasp Persis’s finger.Persis nodded, a faint smile tugging at her lips. “I know, sweetie. I just… wanted to make sure.”The doctor gave another nod. “Sh
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