Healing God's Heir: Abandoned Son-in-law

18. Robbers in the Bank

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Verdiara Central Bank,

Nestled in the heart of Verdiara City, the Verdiara Central Bank stands tall at the intersection of Grand Avenue and Commerce Street.

Its strategic position makes it easily accessible to both business districts and residential areas.

The bank is surrounded by a mix of modern skyscrapers and charming historic buildings, blending the city's rich heritage with contemporary architecture.

Lush greenery lines the streets, offering a refreshing contrast to the bustling urban atmosphere. Sidewalk cafes and boutique shops nearby contribute to the lively ambiance.

The Verdiara Central Bank draws a diverse crowd throughout the day. In the mornings, business professionals frequent the bank, handling transactions and discussing financial matters.

During lunch hours, the nearby cafes attract office workers and residents looking for a relaxing break.

In the afternoon, families and tourists explore the area, and in the evenings, the bank remains open for those needing extended banking services.

The bank's central location ensures a continuous flow of people from various walks of life, creating a dynamic and vibrant atmosphere.

But today, this afternoon was bound to be bloody; a lot of civilians were crowding around the bank as the cops had barricaded the place.

Inside the bank,

"No one moves from their position, otherwise, you know what happens to those who do!" A bank robber with a gun in hand shouted at the employees and civilians huddled together in the hall.

A few employees lay injured behind the counter, bleeding, but no one dared to move from their position, fearing injury from the robbers.

"Hey, we have all the money. How do you plan to get out of here?" Another robber returned from the vault with bags full of money and valuable jewelry.

"Hehehe, leave that to me. I already secured our ticket to get out of here!" The third one emerged from the washroom direction, holding a beautiful lady in his clutches.

"Leave me alone! Don't you dare try to put your hand on me, or you will suffer worse than death!" The lady shouted with a fierce attitude as the robber attempted to touch her.

"Hehe, beauty! Do you want me to show you what happens when I am angry? It's better you cooperate; otherwise, Bang...Ahhhh!" The robber grinned evilly, threatening the lady before shooting an employee in the shoulders to make his point.

"Stop...Stop it! Fine, I will cooperate, but if you dare try anything with me, I'll bite my tongue and end myself!" The lady shouted in distress, witnessing someone getting injured in front of her.

She agreed to cooperate, but she also displayed her firm attitude.

"Hehehe, no...problem!" The robber gestured for her to follow him, while the other two also moved towards the entrance.

The atmosphere inside the bank was thick with tension and fear.

The civilians and employees, already shocked by the violent intrusion, felt a chill run down their spines as the robbers displayed their fierce attitudes.

The air was heavy with dread, and the hostages could do nothing but endure the horrifying ordeal, hoping for a swift end to the nightmare unfolding before them.

The atmosphere was thick with dread, and the hostages could only endure the harrowing ordeal, clinging to hope for a swift resolution to the nightmare unfolding before them.

Suddenly, an announcement echoed from outside.

"LISTEN UP, YOU ROBBERS! WE HAVE YOU SURROUNDED ON ALL SIDES, LEAVING YOU WITH NO ESCAPE ROUTE. SURRENDER PEACEFULLY WITHOUT HARMING THE CIVILIANS INSIDE THE BANK."

The forceful proclamation resonated throughout the bank and its surroundings, ensuring both the robbers and the terrified hostages heard it clearly.

"Hahahaha! Bro, did you hear that? We're surrounded, but little do they know we've got ourselves a precious hostage here!" The robbers erupted in laughter, treating the announcement as a mere joke.

One of them scoffed with disdain in his tone.

"Come on, step just two paces outside and relay the message to those officers exactly as I instruct!" The third one pointed his gun at the feisty lady, signaling her to open the door while they hide behind the wall, fearing the potential shots from snipers lurking in the shadows.

"Creak...!!" As the lady stepped out, the crowd erupted in a flurry of discussion.

"Woah...look, someone is coming out!" The excitement rippled through the onlookers.

"Hey...hey, you are right, but why did she come out? Where are the robbers?" Another one chimed in, echoing the curiosity of the first.

"Maybe she's one of them, helping them escape! Who knows what's going on inside!" A skeptic in the crowd injected a note of suspicion.

"I bet she's their accomplice, trying to play innocent now. Cunning move!" A harsh comment cut through the air, fueled by skepticism and distrust.

"Either way, if the robbers think they can fool the cops with this, they've got another thing coming!" An assertive voice expressed skepticism about the robbers' tactics.

Meanwhile, the police officers were engaged in discussion.

"Who is that girl, and do we have any details about what's going on in there?" The calm and cold lady standing inside the barricade inquired of her subordinates.

"Captain, it's not good. She is Emilia Pearson, the only daughter of Dr. Victoria Pearson, Director of Astraia Memorial Hospital, and one of the top physical therapists, Dr. Alejandro Pearson." An officer hurriedly ran to her, providing crucial information about the lady who had just emerged from the bank.

"So, they are using her as a hostage, the bastards!" The lady officer understood the grim situation, realizing the robbers' ploy.

"Get me the loudspeaker. I will inquire about their demands. We can't let those robbers harm Ms. Emilia Pearson." The lady officer instructed, and a subordinate promptly handed her the speaker.

"ALRIGHT, LET'S HEAR WHAT YOU WANT. AS LONG AS MS. PEARSON DOESN'T GET HARMED, WE WILL TRY TO FULFILL YOUR DEMANDS!"

Another resounding voice echoed, reaching the robbers hiding inside, who immediately grinned, believing they had successfully orchestrated the situation they were waiting for.

"Hehe! She fell for it. Got it, now this is our chance!"

The lady officer had no idea; she got played right into the hands of the robbers.

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