Grace was already certain that it was Lydia on the other end.

She knew her friend well. In such circumstances, Lydia would absolutely refuse to bring her any trouble. Hence, she hadn't said a word.

"If you want money, I can give you any amount you want, so long as you don't hurt her. But if anything happens to her, don't even think about getting a single penny."

This seemed to persuade the man. He put his hand down and stood up to look down at Lydia.

He snorted coldly. "Alright, then deliver the money to the time and place we previously agreed on. If you're late, I won't spare her."

"Okay."

Grace met Xander's eyes. The latter gave her the thumbs-up sign, and Grace nodded in return. She continued, "Lydia, I know you're there. Don't be afraid. We'll rescue you very soon. Trust me!" When Lydia heard this, she couldn't hold back her emotions anymore. Tears poured down her face. "Gracie, I-I'm so sorry for dragging you into this."

"Don't be silly. What's there to be sorry for? I just want you to be safe and sound. Wait for me."

to the kidnapper, "We'll send the money in a while, but we

you still want to negotiate? No way! Once we get the money, we'll naturally release the hostage. But... if you get any bright ideas or choose to call the police, I'll send her to hell myself. "We live life on the edge. Us hardened men aren't afraid

hung

anxiously, "Xander, how did it

locked in on his location. He's about 500 yards away from the

find out who he

phone to her. There was an unfamiliar man's face on the screen. "I tracked down his location and found his identity. Have you seen this person before?" S~ᴇaʀᴄh the FɪndNøvel.ɴet website on

her head.

he seems to be well-known around these parts. He's not

did Lydia

anything. We have to rush over now. The earlier we get there, the sooner we guarantee Lydia's safety." "Alright.

her otherwise, so he agreed. "No matter what, you have to stay by my side. You

"I know,

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