Chapter 548

The absence of trouble often signals a deeper problem.

Without evidence, Mr. Burton wouldn't have spoken so recklessly, either. But odds were, he had his eye on Stella and was just looking for an excuse to get closer.

With things laid out this plainly, Stella couldn't refuse anymore.

"All right," she agreed.

Mr. Burton's lips curled into a satisfied smile.

After exchanging a few more words, Stella stood and took her leave.

She had barely stepped out of Mr. Burton's house when her phone began to ring.

The caller ID flashed a number she knew all too well.

Haynes.

Why was he calling her now?

Without thinking, Stella declined the call.

A minute later, Haynes rang again.

She still didn't pick up.

there was nothing

later, Foreman's

Stella hesitated, then

Foreman's voice was grave on the other

color drained from Stella's face. "What

amusement park, and both of them were abducted. Star, if

and blood. There was no

are you? I'm coming

to pick you up. He should

ten minutes. Just wait for him

now, Stella couldn't care less about whatever bad blood she

"I understand."

hung up, Joshua caught the look

look like you've seen a

hide it. "My son's been

have a son?" Joshua looked surprised. "Yes.

shrugged. "You just don't

no interest

private life. "I

my

alto interest in discussing

should go back-Abby's already

a phone, I don't have cash-if

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