WorldNovelChapter 258: Allisons eyes were locked on the vehicle ahead, her brow furrowed in concentration.
With a quick glance at the navigation system, she pointed to the map.
Were running out of time.
If they manage to slip through the suburbs and reach the coast, theyll board a ship.
Once theyre in international waters, finding them will be like trying to catch the wind in a net. Her mind raced.
Lorna was just a small childinnocent, with no enemies to speak of.
This wasnt the work of the Lloyd familys usual adversaries.
If it were, theyd have harmed her in the lounge without hesitation.
After all, a child of her size wouldnt stand a chance against them.
But instead, the kidnappers had gone to great lengths to get her out of the country.
It was clear: they werent just after Lorna.
Their real target was Kellan, aiming to toy with him, to break him slowly and painfully.
Allisons frown deepened.
I may not know what kind of vendetta theyre holding against you, but theyre not hiding their cards.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtTheir objective is to make you feel the sting of losing Lorna.
Or worse, theyll use her as leverage against you.
Her voice was steady, but her eyes were sharp.
So, Mr.
Lloyd, if were going to beat them at their own game, you cant afford to lose your head now.
Thats exactly what they want.
I know, he said, opening his eyes and finding much more stability.
His tone was cold, his resolve clear.
Their plans crafty, but theyre too sure of themselves.
They think theyve already won.
What theyve forgotten is what happens when they dont.
Allisons heart skipped a beat at his words.
No, maybe they hadnt forgotten at all.
Maybe they knew they wouldnt be walking away from thisalive or otherwise.
With a swift motion, she sent a message to Floyd.
Get here fast.
Lornas in serious danger! The night sky stretched dark and endless, with only a few stars piercing the ink-black sky.
After hours of relentless pursuit, they finally reached the coast.
Seven cars surrounded the black sedan.
The kidnappers were trapped, with nowhere left to run.
You Lloyds really dont give up, do you? the man in the peaked cap sneered, one arm clamped tightly around Lornas neck as he edged toward the pier.
But letgive you a piece of advice: if you want the girl to make it out alive, dont try anything stupid! Now, send Kellan over, the man demanded.
Everyone else stays put! Kellans expression darkened.
He threw open the car door, but when Allison tried to step out, he pushed her firmly back inside.
Ms.
Clarke, youve already done more than enough by sticking withthis far.
The moonlight cast a sharp glow on his face, highlighting the grim determination etched into his features.
These people, theyre seasoned killers.
Their recklessness, their speedtheyre more dangerous than you know.
I cant let you get mixed up in this.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmStay in the car and keep yourself safe.
Allisons frown deepened.
Wait a second... His words sounded ridiculous, and she was about to get out of the car anyway when, without warning, he handed her something cold and metallic a silver gun.
The sone hed carried when they first crossed paths on that fateful e night aboard the cruise ship. It was that very gun that had brought them together.
If anything goes wrong, use this.
Protect yourself.
And dont look back.
Drive away.
Forget about the rest of us.
Do you really think so little of me? On the contrary, Kellan said, his gaze unwavering.
I know youre strong.
Stronger than most.
You have a way of surviving no matter what.
Thats what makes you different.
Then why? You know I cant afford to lose you too, he told then his vaide! steady but laden with emotion.
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