Sweet Subterfuge

Chapter 915

“Take a moment to think about where Freddy might go–like the places he usually loves going or his close friends‘ houses.” Larissa suggested. “By the way, have you called the police? They will take care of this, won’t they?”

“I haven’t contacted the police yet,” Allen said, “I’ve also just received the news from the nanny a while ago. She thought Freddy had sneakily gone out to play. But when she couldn’t find him after looking for him around the school she panicked.

“I’m heading to Freddy’s favorite spots now. Larissa, can you help to keep an eye out too? Freddy loves and trusts you the most. If he runs away from home, it’s very likely that he will go to you. Moreover…” He trailed off, seemingly hesitating to continue speaking.

“What?” Larissa asked.

“Something has been off with him since he received the cold shoulder from you. He has gotten a lot quieter than before. I’m worried that he might be suffering from depression.”

That was a bolt out of the blue. Larissa was stunned. She knew that something was wrong with Freddy, but little did she expect it to be because of her.

places he loves

must be spending time with your family at home, so I won’t bother you anymore.

have anything urgent to deal with,” Larissa

pondered for a while before

paper from her bag to jot down the places

hung up her phone, Lewis

ex–superior’s son, Freddy. He is about Aster’s age and goes to the same kindergarten as him. He left on his own after school ended today and hasn’t gone home until

out her hand toward

here. Hence, her car was still parked downstairs at the company at the moment.

said, “I’ll go with you. It’s late now. It’s not safe for a woman like you to wander

another, starting from the one nearest to her. Parks, amusement parks, theaters–shel asked everyone around,

no choice but to

wouldn’t have gone too far, considering his

area for the third time.

around and caught sight of a small figure