The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2603

“No, Daddy, please don’t go,” Mara sobbed, collapsing to the floor in a heap, feeling utterly powerless as she watched Elton’s retreating figure.

Why? Am I not your child too? Why is it always Victoria you choose over me?

Her eyes clenched shut, tears streaming down her cheeks, a silent testament to her anguish.

The school counselor noticed Mara’s distress and gently helped her to her feet.

“There, there, don’t you worry. Your dad will come back safe and sound,” she said, handing Mara a cup of water to soothe her cold hands.

Though her words were comforting, everyone knew the risks involved were immense. Even police officers couldn’t guarantee a safe return from such situations, let alone an unarmed middle-aged man like Elton. He was clearly prepared for the worst.

about, making arrangements for what was to come. They could only

police cruiser. “We’ll be hiding out

and restarted the engine

As soon as Elton stepped out of

the ransom, so you

stationed a fair distance away, sprinted toward the commotion upon hearing his cries. But the kidnappers were quicker, knocking Elton out cold and speeding away with him before anyone could

money, too, was taken, leaving behind a group of dumbfounded officers

it,” cursed one of the officers, his frustration palpable. “These crooks are too brazen. They’re practically taunting us.”

silent for a moment before responding icily, “Indeed, they are taunting us. Get a team to check on all the ex-cons released in the last six months, especially those with robbery charges. I suspect we’re dealing with some seasoned

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“Roger that!”

looked grim, and Mara was holding her breath,