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.

she was concerned, there was nothing left to say

just a few minutes later,

was wrong, Stella hesitated, then picked

Foreman's voice was grave on the other end. "Keen's been

drained from

them were abducted. Star, if you have time, could you come help us figure out

still her child-flesh and blood. There was no way she could stand by after something like

you?

on his way to pick you up.

wait for

Stella couldn't care less about whatever bad blood she had

"I understand."

up, Joshua caught the look on her face and

You look like

hide it.

a son?" Joshua looked

just don't seem like

had no interest

"I need

my

alto interest in discussing

already rented you

a phone, I don't have cash-if I get lost, I'll have no way to

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