“Lauren isn’t there?”

Jasper and Alyssa’s hearts sank at Angelina’s words.

“She’s not here! I’ve combed the place, but there’s no sign of her,” Angelina choked out, her voice thick with emotion.

Alyssa maintained her composure, speaking gently to Angelina. “Angelina, it’s okay. You did your best in a difficult situation. Now, tell me everything from the beginning. Who informed you about Lauren’s kidnapping and directed you to the abandoned factory in the western suburbs?”

“Mr. Cyrus and I were hot on the kidnappers’ trail, but we were intercepted by the man who previously abducted Lauren!” Angelina recounted.

“It’s him again!” Alyssa’s heart hammered against her ribs. Lauren’s enigmatic portrait, a doppelganger for Damien, taunted her memory.

I went to rescue Lauren,” Angelina continued, her tone filled with frustration. “But the man had a

severely injuring herself. After that, she provided me with Madam Lauren’s location

she could have a clear shot at Mr. Cyrus. I feel so foolish, Ms. Alyssa. I’m

is fine. He is leading his team over to you as we speak. Don’t worry, and don’t blame yourself,” Jasper reassured her, his

her, prompting her to ask, “How

a deep impression

sigh of relief, her

ours, but for her safety, I can’t reveal her

the mystery woman was. A deep frown creased his forehead, a shadow of concern

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