Struggling to maintain composure, Holdens voice came out tight and controlled. Where have you taken her?
Over the speaker, Zaydens mocking laughter reverberated. Oh, shes somewhere interesting, Holden. After everything youve done, stealing my resources and embarrassing me, its only fair I return the favor. How does it feel, knowing Arianas fate is just a thread away from disaster and you also cant safeguard your own children? Youre absolutely powerless now.
As Zaydens jeers continued, Sonia, witnessing Ariana treated Like an animal ready for the butcher, snapped. Her rage boiled over, and she yearned to dismantle Zayden piece by piece.
Son of a bitch! Ill make you pay for this, Zayden! Ill flay you alive! Sonia spat out with rage, poised to charge. Knowing the other party had guns nearby, Adrian quickly stopped her, his voice a low hiss. Calm down! We need to stay alive if we want to catch Zayden. Dont do anything rash.
Zayden sneered through the broadcast, taunting, It looks like Ariana has many friends ready to stand up for her. Even if she were torn apart right now, shed still be smiling.
After uttering those chilling words, Zayden burst into a wicked laugh, delighting in the gruesome image he had conjured in his mind.
Holdens anger surged as he clenched his teeth, fighting to stay calm.
Have you finished with your childish taunts? Tell me, what game do you want to play? Im ready. But before we begin, I want to see you and my children.
Dont worry. Youll see your children, Zayden replied, his voice now triumphant. Because of our family connection, Ill allow it. Go to Warehouse Five alone. Bring anyone else, and youll only find their dead bodies.
Okay, Holden said somberly. I will go alone, but only if my children are safe until my arrival.
Zayden smirked. Youll find out their fate when you arrive.
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The broadcast then went silent.
Following Zaydens directions, Holden made his way to Warehouse Five.
As he disappeared into the distance, Sonias heart sank, and she turned to Adrian, her eyes filled with worry. What should we do? We cant let him face this alone. Its obvious Zayden has something sinister planned.
Sonia was too frightened to say more.
Adrians expression was grave, knowing Zayden was armed. But he also couldnt just follow Holden without a plan, risking a disaster that could play right into Zaydens hands.
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Just then, a small stone dropped near Sonia. Looking up, she saw Mitchel hiding in a secluded corner, signaling them to come closer.
As Sonia and Adrian quietly approached, Mitchel pulled two silenced pistols from behind him and handed them over.
Sonia asked in surprise, You brought guns here?
Mitchel loaded the pistols and responded, Holden has prepared this before coming here.
This calmed Sonia down a bit. It looked Like, even though Holden was in a hurry, he had made preparations to go against Zayden.
Meanwhile, Holden approached Warehouse Five.
The door was wide open, revealing a wide, man-made canal in front of him.
As he inspected the water, Holden felt a sinister presence lurking below.