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,

call, her hopes

tensely. He couldn’t possibly lie. “Her number is

on his hip, Frank tried again. He was now standing with his back to Kara, in case he failed to control his expression.

be reached, Frank took

jaw clenched tightly. When he turned around, he grabbed Kara’s phone.

for a moment.” Without thinking twice, Frank

a quick call.

are things over there?” His tone was serious.

What’s wrong,

“Is Barbara home?”

was silent for a moment. “No. She left not long

left.”

are with

went alone.”

burden suddenly fell on Frank’s shoulders. His breathing

heavy. “Okay, when she comes home, can you let

know?”

“Yes.”

please tell the security team to raise

the time being, no one

do it

returned the phone to his wife. “Kara, car you help me contact Auntie?

my instructions

returned to his seat. Agilely, his fingers fiddled with the computer. However, no

appear.

repeatedly to stay

front of his forehead. His

you know where Barbara’s

Try checking her social media. Maybe there are clues there,” Kara explained

Kara finished calling Vivian, the printer beeped. Frank immediately got up

the results.

find out which venues Barbara has

it in my room.” She also needed

leave,

in carrying a

and

Kara stared

guard nodded with a small curve of his lips. He had indeed been more expressive since reuniting with

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 of the sofa.

the man. “Sean, what a coincidence. I need your help.” He grabbed Sean’s