The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2603

“No, Daddy, please don’t go,” Mara sobbed, collapsing to the floor in a heap, feeling utterly powerless as she watched Elton’s retreating figure.

Why? Am I not your child too? Why is it always Victoria you choose over me?

Her eyes clenched shut, tears streaming down her cheeks, a silent testament to her anguish.

The school counselor noticed Mara’s distress and gently helped her to her feet.

“There, there, don’t you worry. Your dad will come back safe and sound,” she said, handing Mara a cup of water to soothe her cold hands.

risks involved were immense. Even police officers couldn’t guarantee a safe return from such situations, let alone an unarmed middle-aged man like Elton. He was clearly prepared for

come. They could only accompany Elton part of the way. As they neared the

the police cruiser. “We’ll be hiding out nearby, don’t you worry. We’ll do everything

and restarted the engine

Elton stepped out of his car, he

you doing? I’ve brought the ransom, so you can’t do this!”

were stationed a fair distance away, sprinted toward the commotion upon hearing his cries. But the kidnappers were quicker, knocking

too, was taken, leaving behind a group of dumbfounded officers and an empty

officers, his frustration palpable. “These crooks are too brazen. They’re practically taunting

silent for a moment before responding icily, “Indeed, they are taunting us. Get a team to check on all