Hiding the Twins from Their Billionaire Father by Pixie

S31 72. Shaken Hope

Frank was silent for a moment. “Just focus on protecting yourself and Ava. I can take care of the rest.”

“Have you contacted Philip?”

“Yes, but I will contact him again. I think it would be better for the twins to study from home if the situation is like this.”

“What about the other?”

Silence filled the air again. “I’ll call them.”

Suddenly, Kara’s voice was heard faintly. “Frank….”

Jeremy knew the duration of his call would have to end soon. “Okay, don’t hesitate to contact me if you need help.”

After a brief mumble, Frank lowered his phone. “What’s wrong, Kara?” He tried to stay calm.

Kara handed over her phone. The chat box with Susan was open. “My mother was watching the news. She said Mrs. Miller had an accident. Her injuries were serious enough that she had to be rushed to the hospital.”

Seeing Kara’s pale face, Frank got up from the chair. Blinking uncertainly, he grasped her thin arms.

“Please don’t be surprised and don’t panic.”

Kara’s eyes suddenly widened. Her breath hitched. “What is it?”

“This isn’t about the twins. This is about Ava and Jeremy. They just had a traffic accident, but no one was seriously injured. Soon they will receive proper treatment.”

A sigh escaped Kara’s mouth quickly. Before her legs gave way, Frank sat her down in a nearby chair.

“Just calm down, okay?” Frank caressed her face. “Relax. I’ll ask Philip to take the twins home immediately. And since your mother just sent a message, that means she’s fine. We just need to raise the house security status to alert.”

While catching her breath, Kara gave a limited nod. Her eyes trembled as she listed the people she was worried about on her mind.

“What about Barbara?”

The curve of Frank’s lips suddenly turned away. “Isn’t she at home?”

Kara shook her head. “She wanted to surprise Philip. She went to survey the wedding venue alone. That’s the reason she didn’t accompany the twins to school today.”

Frank’s breath suddenly hitched, as if something was blocking his throat. However, he didn’t want to panic. As best as he could, he controlled his lungs. His hand squeezed Kara’s fingers gently.

“Let’s try to contact her. Who knows, Barbara has gone home or canceled her plan. She’s spoiled. How can she stand going anywhere alone?” he whispered.

Kara nodded, hoping Frank’s words would come true. However,

the call, her hopes wavered. What’s wrong,

He couldn’t possibly

on his hip, Frank tried again. He was now standing with

Barbara’s number couldn’t be reached,

tightly. When he

a moment.” Without thinking twice,

a quick call.

His tone was serious. He even forgot to say

wrong,

“Is Barbara home?”

for a moment. “No. She left not

left.”

are with

She went

burden suddenly fell on

when she comes home, can you let me

know?”

“Yes.”

thing, please tell the security team to raise the statu

alert. For the time being, no one comes in and

do it right away.”

to his wife. “Kara, car you help me contact Auntie? Ask her if the situation is safe,

my instructions

Frank returned to his seat. Agilely, his fingers fiddled with the computer. However, no matter how many times

appear.

repeatedly to stay alert. Now she’s wandering around

his hands together in front of his forehead. His eyes were closed,

know where Barbara’s going?”

account. Try checking her social media. Maybe there are clues there,” Kara explained before she continued talking

as Kara finished calling Vivian, the printer beeped. Frank immediately

the results.

again? Please find out which venues Barbara has visited.”

it in my room.”

was about to leave, the door opened. A big

carrying a paper

morning, Mr. and Mrs. Harper

stared

He

interrupt your work, and sorry that I only have time now to stop by. I feel bad about turning down the invitation to the twins’ party. Therefore, I came to bring gifts for them.” He put the bag in the corner

man. “Sean, what a coincidence. I need