Chapter 18

Alexander's face turned pale as he stood frozen, his mind racing with fear and anxiety. He couldn't believe what he had just heard. He blamed himself for putting them into this dangerous situation.

He looked around the room, trying to think of a solution. His eyes landed on the package he had brought, the expensive shoes he had bought.

"Damn, I shouldn't have even left them for a moment," he punched the sofa.

Suddenly, his phone buzzed again. It was a message from Leo. "Send the money to the account number 2578510789. Don't even think about going to the police, or you'll never see them again."

Alexander gulped but remained composed. He had never been this nervous before, even when he found out that the whole Harrington planned against him or when he was framed for being a rapist. He couldn't afford to lose Elena and Charles.

Alexander thought for a moment. Then, a sudden realization struck him. He remembered the unlimited black card that the butler had given him.

He quickly pulled out