“Sorry, I’ve to take this,” he told the officer before answering the call. “Hey, it’s me Adonis, how are you doing?” Adonis spoke from the other end of the phone, sounding happy. It wasn’t someone Tony was expecting, and he definitely wasn’t in the mood for any step brother hangout shit. Laurel was nowhere to be found and it was starting to seem scary. “I’m not in a good mood, Adonis. Let’s talk when this is over, please.” Tony replied, he would have hung up the call after saying what he said but, he didn’t want to be rude. They had started on a good note, it’d only be wise if it continued like that. “What’s wrong, brother?” Adonis’s voice sounded like he actually cared and wanted to know what had gone wrong. Tony hesitated, he wasn’t sure if he should break the news to family yet, he knew it was going to spread like wild fire and it would get to Sir Winconstin in no time. However, on second thought, maybe Adonis might be able to help. “We were supposed to be on our way to Laur

Laurel was kind of relieved that at least someone had come to explain what was happening to her. She hoped to hear some good news, the man seemed very calm and it was like he wasn’t speaking to someone who had just been abducted. Whatever the case, she was anxious to know what this is about. “The first thing you should know is, you’ve actually been abducted. This isn’t a joke or a prank by anyone.” Gerald began, clearing his throat. He still had the small smile on his face. Laurel sighed, she shouldn’t be too surprised by that, all she did was hope. This wasn’t Tony’s pranks, this was a serious issue and she was about to find out why. “However, I cannot tell you the reason why we abducted you as your main abductors want that to stay secret. What I can tell you is that they do not mean any harm. Which is why you were brought to such a beautiful house. Your abductors do not seek money and do not want anything, they just want you away for some time. You will be fed, clothed and given

The whole room went silent like a graveyard as soon as Tony finished talking, he could see the shock and despair in their faces. He really did make the wrong decision telling them this news, however; it was better now than if they found out later. Lucy was the only one who understood completely what was going on, her heartbeat had already skyrocketed and her expression looked as if she’d collapse. Her sister had been abducted, she knew Tony wasn’t lying because she had tried to call Laurel some few hours ago and truly her phone was dead. “I can’t seem to wrap my head around what you’re trying to say here. Firstly, who are you to Laurel?” Laurel’s father asked, trying to understand what really was going on. The man was old, and had grey hair covering his head. Laurel’s mother just remained mute, she was utterly devastated but didn’t want to believe what she just heard. Tony was a little shocked that only the teenage girl was aware of his existence. How the hell did Laurel not tell

“My answer to that question would bring up matters regarding my family, which means I’m not answering it.” Adonis started walking out of the store, his hands pocketed in his pant trousers. Rose sighed, it’d take a lot to get something out of someone like this, her seduction doesn’t seem to work on him either. “You’ve not paid, Adonis.” Rose called out, grabbing the pack of clothes the attendant was handing over to her. “The store is mine, let’s go.” Adonis turned around and then winked at Rose with a sweet smile on his face. Rose was completely dumbfounded, her mouth agape; she looked at the attendant who was still smiling like a baby doll, and then hurriedly went out of the store. She just couldn’t imagine how wealthy these people are. ***Tony didn’t know where Adonis lived, but that wasn’t a problem. He had gotten to the city very late the other night and couldn’t do anything. He didn’t want to disturb anyone in the middle of the night. However, he couldn’t sleep throughout t

Lilian quickly closed the door, taking a few steps backwards. She was too frightened, that was the most frightening moment she ever experienced for a long time. How the hell was Tony standing in front of her doorstep? He didn’t even know where she lived. Who the hell did this? Lilian couldn’t stop asking herself the questions, she actually thought it was Katerina. “Open the door Laurel, I just have a few questions to ask, I’m not hear for a reunion or anything.” Tony spoke from outside, he could see how frightened she was when she saw him. That could mean two things; either she was scared that he had discovered what she had done or she was terrified seeing him again at the house he didn’t know about. Tony was wearing a simple clothing, the same style he wore to Laurel’s family house just different colors. Although he knew Lilian wouldn’t have the time to think about his financial status when he starts confronting her. Lilian walked back to the door, she was wearing an armless gown