Right Person, Wrong Time

"I'm here, Grandpa. Don't worry. I will take care of everything." Ryan's eyes were already filled with tears, but he reminded himself that he shouldn't cry, especially at a time like this.

Logan's health had seen better days, and Ryan was the only one in the family who could make decisions. He couldn't falter or allow outsiders to take advantage of the situation.

Logan's gaze at Ryan dimmed slightly, but he still said softly, "Go back to the Yael Residence and bring something for me. It's very important to our family. You must keep it with you at all times."

Ryan was taken aback. He had never heard of anything that was so important to the Yael Family, but if his grandfather said so, it must exist.

"Alright, Grandpa. Rest assured, and take care of yourself here. I'll go get it." Ryan nodded, casting one last worried glance at Logan before turning around and leaving.

He couldn't shake off the feeling that this might be their last meeting, but Logan's expressions assured him that they had a long future ahead.

Once Ryan was far away, Logan forced himself to sit up. The Yael Family is already damned at this point. I have to drag someone down with us. I will not let my family reduce to nothing alone!

After Nicole packed everything up, she walked on the pedestrian road, watching the bustling streets at an increasing pace.

Suddenly, a gray van parked not far from Nicole on the road. However, Nicole didn't notice this strange occurrence as her mind was filled with worry for Colton.

Two men in black got out of the van, their faces obscured by black sunglasses.

In an instant, two strong arms grabbed Nicole and dragged her toward the van. Startled, Nicole looked at the two people on both sides and shouted, "Who are you? Fire! There's a fire!"

She knew that no one would pay attention if she called for help. If she wanted someone to notice her, she had to shout about a fire. However, Nicole underestimated the passersby.

From the moment she was taken away until she was forcefully dragged into the vehicle, not a single person cared, and it seemed as though the perpetrators had timed everything perfectly.

Before Nicole could continue to resist, a black cloth was placed over her eyes, and something was used to gag her mouth, disabling her from speaking.

Her world plunged into darkness once again, and Nicole looked around helplessly. It was the first time she felt fear, for she didn't want to lose her baby with Colton.

Nicole attempted to spit out the object in her mouth, but just as she was about to do so, the man in black next to her seemed to notice and stuffed the object back into her mouth.

"Miss Anderson, I'd advise you to stay still. Our master doesn't wish to harm you, but it's also on the basis that you stop shouting and cooperate with our work." The man in black's words sounded steady and powerful. Their impassive voice made Nicole believe the authenticity of the situation.

No, I can't let myself be at their mercy. I have to stay absolutely calm and figure a way out of this.