The Rise Of The Penniless Son-in-law

CHAPTER 116

As Alex's car sped down the familiar streets towards his mansion, his mind raced with a flurry of thoughts and emotions. The events of the day had unfolded with startling rapidity, leaving him reeling with shock and disbelief. His phone buzzed severally with Richard Dickson's call, and Alex furrowed his brows as he ignored the calls. He wasn't sure what to tell him if he eventually had his call picked up.

Paulina, his fiance, had been abducted right under his nose, and Roseline, who had accompanied him, was nowhere to be found. The graduation ceremony, meant to be a joyous occasion, had descended into chaos and tragedy with the brutal murder of Anthony Bailey, a man whom Alex respected and admired. He was like a father to him. Alex's mind raced back to Lawrence, and he called, asking for a backup.

Arriving at the mansion, Alex was greeted by a scene of utter chaos. Police cars lined the street, their flashing lights illuminating the night sky. Concerned neighbors gathered in small clu