Chapter 1858

Marlinie was at a loss for words. All she could do was look at her friend. Her heart ached with gratitude for her friend’s openness and understanding.

Outside the hospital room, Ellinor and Theo listened to the conversation going on inside through the slightly ajar door. They then exchanged thoughtful glances.

Their trust and admiration for Bertha grew stronger. It was heartening to see her become such good friends with Marlinie.

Suddenly, the phone inside Ellinor’s pocket vibrated.

It was on silent mode, and she saw that it was a call from Marissa.

Ellinor showed the call to Theo. Theo took a glance at it and said in a calm voice, “Answer it.”

Their grandmother was probably worried about them being out so late. She must have decided to call and check on them.

tell Marissa that they wouldn’t be coming home tonight, Marissa’s panicked voice

what’s wrong?”Books

“Baber…Baber has just been taken by a strange man! I have sent people after him. You two need to come home quickly! We still haven’t heard anything from them, and…and your grandpa

Baber was taken?

up abruptly and rushed

disappearance. She didn’t care about anything else. All she

her, trying his best to calm her down. “Calm down. Let’s head back

were slick with sweat. She prayed desperately that nothing bad would happen

was fate playing such cruel tricks on her? Couldn’t

Theo again, and before they could settle down for a

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