A Film Queen

Chapter 295 She’s at the Lloyds‘

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He left her for dead in the mountains? The one person I cherish. The one I’d never even raise my voice towards?

Just the very thought of the young girl, lying amidst the rugged mountains, her life ebbing away, left Jordan gasping for breath.

His usual calm shattered, replaced by a tempest of fury. His fists clenched with such ferocity that his knuckles turned white. Grabbing Xavier’s collar with a force that almost lifted him off the ground, Jordan’s rage erupted in another brutal strike.

Ivan, standing nearby, was paralysed by the scene unfolding before him. Never had he witnessed Mr. Burnett in such a state of wrath. Though stern with his brothers, physical violence had never been his recourse. But this time, Mr. Xavier had indeed transgressed too far.

As Xavier reeled from the blows, nearing collapse, Mr. Burnett’s rage showed no signs of abating. His fist. raised once more, was poised for another strike, compelling Ivan to intervene swiftly.

“Mr. Burne

“Mr. Burnett, I beseech you, cease this at once. If you continue, you may very well end Mr. Xavier’s life.”

The implication was unmistakable. Persisting could result in Xavier’s death.

Yet, Xavier seemed indifferent to his agony. Even after Jordan halted his assault, Xavier coughed weakly. blood staining his lips, and murmured, Jordan… end it now. I have no desire… to live…”

eyes,

His reflecting a profound despair, conveyed a sense of finality that sent chills through Ivan. Xavier appeared resigned to his fate.

Jordan, staring at the suffering Xavier, his fist still clenched, his eyes blazing, spoke through gritted teeth, “Bind him and head to the mountains. I want her found, alive or…

He trailed off.

“If you fail to find her, none shall return!”

responded immediately, “Yes,

the mountains, a relentless search unfolded. Countless individuals scoured the terrain on foot, accompanied by hundreds of search dogs. Drones

vacant. The once blood–stained ground had been somewhat cleansed by the

air.

space, his voice

within him, struggled to maintain his composure, his heart heavy with dread.

As Jordan surveyed the surrounding landscape, he noted the terrain,

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animals dragging her away could be found, nor any evidence of her body tumbling down

had Milly vanished from this

of these contemplations, Jordan’s phone chimed persistently in his pocket. Engrossed in deciphering the clues before him, he initially ignored the call. Yet the insistent ringing

Hansel?

the Burnetts and the Lloyds, and their relationship lacked the familiarity for

to overlook any possibility, Jordan answered, “Hello, Mr. Lloyd.”

men

gentle voice came through the receiver, “Mr. Burnett, I apologise for the interruption. I have heard that you are currently engaged in

gaze narrowed

could Hansel be aware

avoid unnecessary attention. So

is of the essence.

of light–heartedness, “Mr. Burnett, your directness is

it into

her severe injuries, and brought her down

heart lifted at the news.

She is alright.

taut nerves surrendering their hold. His hand found solace against the rough bark of

breath, he endeavoured to maintain an even temper. “Mr. Lloyd, whatever aid you require, the Burnetts stand ready to offer without a moment’s