General sprang into action as soon as he realized that the intruder was getting closer to him but stopped when he heard a familiar voice. He turned on the lights to get a clear view of the person who had barged into his house at such an odd hour, and was taken aback by the sudden appearance of Alonso, but relief washed over him as he realized that Alonso was alive and well. He dropped the bat before unleashing his anger on him."What's the meaning of this? Are you insane? Why are you sneaking into my house at this time of the day? How did you get here? What happened?" he barked at Alonso his mind racing with questions, but Alonso stood quiet before him with his head hung low.When Alonso finally looked up, General was taken aback by what he saw. His face was covered in bruises, and he looked like he had been through a terrible ordeal."What the hell happened to you?" General exclaimed, his voice dripping with emotion.Alonso didn't say a word. He was too weak to speak and could bar
Please don't be frightened, my darling," Sylvester whispered soothingly as his henchmen escorted the Perry, out of the dimly lit room. Once there, she was directed to shower and provided with a resplendent dress, indicative of an upcoming special event."Did you truly believe that I would allow you to suffer without food for several days?" he inquired, a hint of amusement in his voice as they both took their places at a lengthy table. Perry couldn't quite comprehend the sudden shift in her captor's behavior; just yesterday, he had been surly and cruel, but now he appeared downright jovial."Please, do not let fear consume you, my dear. The food is entirely safe," Sylvester reassured her kindly, observing that she had yet to touch her meal. Concerned for her well-being, he approached her and sampled a small portion of her dish, confirming that it was not poisoned.Perry was acutely aware that she had little choice in the matter. The writhing worms in her belly had instigated a fierce
Alonso slept for five hours, and when he finally woke up, he was taken aback by what he saw and heard. Betty was featured on the evening news, and General was quietly watching the broadcast, unaware of Alonso's awakening until he spoke up and requested that the volume be raised.The news report began smoothly, with Betty offering prayers and well wishes to Mia. However, her demeanor changed when it was Perry's turn to be discussed. "Perry's current predicament is a direct result of the poor choices she has made throughout her life," Betty stated, leaving the audience perplexed by her cryptic statement. When pressed for more information, Betty reluctantly provided an explanation.Betty's expression grew grave as she delved into Perry's past mistakes. "Let's start with her ill-fated choice of a spouse. It's quite obvious that she made a terrible decision there," Betty began. "I conducted a thorough investigation into the boy she intends to marry, Alonso, and what I discovered was a s
After an unrelenting barrage of appeals, Alonso ultimately persuaded Lyra to depart from the hospital, he ensured that he would contact her. In exchange for her compliance, he made her vow to keep their conversation confidential, promising her a weekly stipend to ease any financial burdens she may have. ***** Three days had passed since the unfateful attack on Alonso and the bombshell news from Betty. The city was gripped with a palpable tension, eagerly awaiting any news regarding Perry's whereabouts. As night gave way to day, however, there was still no official word from any family members. Throughout these days, Alonso had been working tirelessly to come up with a plan to help Perry. Unfortunately, all of his efforts seemed to have hit a dead-end. Initially, he had considered meeting with the Mafia group but quickly discovered from General that they held a deep-seated grudge towards him. Undeterred, he turned his focus towards forging an alliance with Philip, and a meeting had
"Immediately cease the dissemination of this video," Betty exclaimed with urgency, her eyes widening in distress as she observed the disturbing footage playing before her."I'm afraid that's not possible, Madam. The video is currently being streamed live," General responded, emphasizing the logistical challenges and urging her to comprehend the gravity of the unfolding crisis.Overwhelmed by a profound sense of helplessness, Betty reluctantly sank into a nearby chair, unable to tear her gaze away from the distressing content displayed on the screen."I will make my introduction brief and concise," Sylvester began in the video, his demeanour calm and collected. "As I am certain you are all already aware, Miss Montillo has been abducted. However, the reason behind her captivity remains unknown to you all."He proceeded to unveil his identity, providing a comprehensive explanation for his capture of Perry and articulating his deepest desires. With unwavering clarity, he broadcasted live,
Betty's voice was laced with anger as she gasped for air and placed her hand on her head."I saw this coming from a mile away," she exclaimed. "It's all because of you! Ever since you came into our lives, we've been plagued with one misfortune after another. Did you and your cohorts even discuss the use of explosives, or is it solely your plan?" Her tone dripped with sarcasm as she glared at the person in question.The atmosphere was thick with despair, and everyone felt as though they had hit rock bottom. However, for Alonso, it was as though he was drowning in his emotions. He couldn't shake off the feeling of guilt, even though he knew he wasn't entirely to blame for their predicament.As they all racked their brains for a way out, a squad of police officers burst into Philip's office, and without hesitation, they arrested Alonso. The room fell silent as everyone tried to process what was happening.A desperate attempt to voice his thoughts was abruptly silenced as Betty delivered
"Allow me to elucidate," began Mr Arnold, capturing the attention of the attentive gathering. "Sylvester senior, you see, was not merely an acquaintance, but a cherished companion who shared a long history with us—myself, Mr Montillo, and Mr Castle. In days gone by, our camaraderie knew no bounds, for we were inseparable in our endeavours. Our bond extended so far that we even partook in the most mundane activities together, such as sharing the same showers." Mr. Arnold paused momentarily, before resuming his narrative."Sylvester, in particular, was the epitome of brilliance among us, the mastermind behind every venture we embarked upon. While I hailed from a humble background, Mr Montillo and Mr Castle were born into opulent households. As for myself, I was the penniless youth who possessed intimate knowledge of all the exhilarating venues and the art of clandestine entry. It was perhaps my knack for discovering these hidden gems that facilitated my integration into their privileged
Arnold carefully observed Betty's expression, detecting a subtle but undeniable shift in her demeanor. With a gentle yet pointed tone, he spoke, "It seems even your own mother may have reservations about the decision you've made." Though Betty attempted to maintain a facade of composure, her face betrayed her true emotions.In an effort to assuage the collective apprehension, Philip interjected, "Let us all take a moment to relax. Rest assured, I have no intention of simply relinquishing the company to an individual of unsound mind. Instead, I propose we employ a strategic maneuver—a well-devised trap to ensnare him and facilitate his subsequent arrest."Philip's suggestion breathed a renewed sense of hope into the hearts of those present, prompting a collective flicker of smiles across their faces. However, as the intricate logistics required for executing such a plan began to weigh on their minds, the once-upbeat expressions faded into a contemplative silence.Philip proposed a bold