AN ALMIGHTY, CRIMINAL CAPTURING SYSTEM

Chapter 14 SAVING IVY

The next few days elapsed, each one carrying the weight of anticipation and a growing sense of urgency for Dave.

But amidst the chaos of uncovering the web of blackmailers and fulfilling his duties as a policeman, he found a moment to ensure the well- being of his sister's friend as he made his way to the address that Ivy had given him.

Nestled in a quiet middle- class neighborhood, Ivy's house showed the distinctive signs of both age and limited resources.

The exterior was marked by peeling paint, and once Dave had identified the house, he pushed open the rusted iron gates. The hinges of this gate protested with a loud creak as it swung open, revealing an unkempt front yard.

Weeds had claimed their territory among neglected flower beds, and Dave could assume that the house had perhaps seen better days when Ivy's parents were alive.

But perhaps since their death, her grandmother was struggling to keep up with the maintenance required.

There was a weathered welcome mat at the door