Chapter 167

Violet paced back and forth in her living room, her hands trembling with anxiety as she dialed Sarah's number for what felt like the hundredth time.

Each time she pressed the call button, her heart raced with hope, only to sink with disappointment as the line rang out without answer.

She had stepped out of the company to get something when the police arrived at the scene.

"Sara, please pick up," Violet whispered urgently, her voice thick with emotion. "We need your help."

But the phone continued to ring, each unanswered call adding to Violet's growing sense of despair. She knew that time was running out for her family, that they were teetering on the brink of disaster, and she couldn't afford to waste a single moment.

Finally, after what felt like an eternity, the call went through, and Violet's heart leaped with relief as she heard Sarah's voice on the other end of the line.

"Sarah, thank God," Violet breathed, her voice trembling with emotion. "We need your help. Please, you have t