57. Speechless
Author: Wusakori
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"My daughter!" Mr Lucas shouted as he entered the tent, his voice booming and drawing everyone's attention.

The man rushed towards Hazel, his robust frame ready to embrace her, tears of joy streaming down his cheeks. Following behind him, Mrs Miriam joined in, expressing her happiness with joyful exclamations.

Glenn stepped back, creating space for the family to reunite. There was nothing he cherished more than this moment of successfully bringing the parent and child back together.

While Mr Lucas immediately embraced and showered Hazel with kisses, Miriam, on the other hand, hugged Glenn, expressing gratitude repeatedly for saving her daughter.

Glenn gently patted Mrs Miriam's shoulder. "Don't mention it, aunt. It was my duty," Glenn responded, trying to calm Miriam down.

She nodded and, this time, embraced Hazel in her arms. Glenn exited the tent, realizing he forgot to thank the people who had helped him search for Hazel.

Officer Truce approached him with a solemn expression. He ha
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