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2024-10-29 19:42:56Chapter Eight
The butler was just about to introduce Charlie to the gathered guests when the waiter approached him, a sense of urgency in his eyes. Realizing the gravity of the situation, the butler swiftly decides against introducing Charlie, understanding that she would not want to be involved in such a distressing scenario. He swiftly makes his way over to where Charlie is seated, concern etched across his face."Young master, there appears to be a little problem," the butler says, keeping his tone as composed as possible.
"Mr. Michael has drugged your ex-wife," he reveals, watching Charlie's reaction closely.
"What!" Charlie exclaims, he stands abruptly from his chair.
"Where did he plan to take her?" Charlie asks anxiously, despite their divorce, harboring genuine concern for Alice's well-being."I don't know where he planned to take her, but I suggest you check their previous seating location. They might still be there," the butler responds, his voice steady and reassuring.
Charlie wastes no time and rushes over to their previous seating spot. However, upon arrival, she finds it empty, causing a flicker of panic to course through him. He scans the surroundings, his eyes searching for any sign of Michael and Alice, but they are nowhere to be seen. Realizing he may need to take matters into his own hands, Charlie makes a decision.
"I'll have to go in search of them," Charlie declares firmly.
"Alright," the butler replies understandingly. "I'll introduce you to everyone else another time."
Charlie rushes out of the bustling party, the urgency driving every step as he makes his way to the garage. As he arrives, his eyes swiftly catch sight of a car pulling out from the crowded space. A stroke of luck allows him to recognize Alice inside the vehicle. Frantically trying to formulate a plan to follow them, Charlie recalls the existence of a spare car within the building. He quickly retrieves his phone and dials his butler's number, hoping for a swift solution to his predicament. The butler answers promptly, his voice calm and composed."Can you send me a car? I need it right now!" Charlie implores, his tone reflecting the urgency of the situation.
"I'll be there in a jiffy," the butler replies, his commitment evident in his response. True to his word, the butler efficiently procures a car in just a few seconds.
Charlie hurried into the car, directing the driver to follow the car in front of them. As they trailed behind, the driver keeping a safe distance, Charlie peered out the window, trying to catch a glimpse of Alice and Michael. However, the windows of the car in front were tinted, making it impossible to see inside.The driver breaks the silence, his voice filled with curiosity and concern. "Do you think they know we're following them?" He inquire, seeking reassurance amidst the uncertainty of the situation.
"I'm not sure," Charlie replies, her voice tinged with worry. "I really hope they don't. You need to drive as fast as you can. I don't want him to discover that I am trailing him., And I don't want him to get out of my sight"
The driver nods in understanding.
Charlie's eyes remain glued to the road as they pursue the car ahead, his anticipation growing with each passing moment. However, as the pursued vehicle takes a sudden turn around a corner, Charlie's heart sinks. When they reach the same corner, the car they were following has vanished into thin air. They have lost track of Michael and Alice.
"The car is gone, sir" the driver says, a sense of disappointment evident in his voice.
"I told you to drive after them. I should have just driven the car myself. I didn't want to because I believed you would be faster than me. Look what happened now," Charlie says, placing a hand on his jaw. Regret weighs heavily upon him, reflecting on the choice to let the driver take the wheel.
"I am very sorry, sir. I tried my best, but the other car blocked me," the driver responds, his tone apologetic and remorseful.
"Your best isn't enough. Come down, let me drive," Charlie says firmly, disappointment evident in his voice. As he speak, Charlie's phone rings loudly, startling him. Quickly retrieving it from his pocket, he gaze at the screen and see that it's his butler calling. Without hesitation, Charlie swiftly swipes to answer the call, bringing the phone closer to his ear.
"Hello," Charlie says, hos voice low and filled with tension as he answer the phone."I called the agency ten minutes ago. I instructed them to gather any possible clue about Ms. Alice's partner's car. They should be arriving with the information any minute now," the butler informs.
Charlie breathes out in relief upon hearing this news, grateful for the assistance and the hope it brings."They need to be fast. I can't fully trust Michael. Please ensure they provide me with any clue they find before he has a chance to do anything to her," Charlie implores.
"Alright, sir. I will immediately inform them," the butler says, reassuring Charlie with his response. Charlie breathes a sigh of relief, but a lingering concern persists within him. He hope that Michael has not already committed any inhumane acts towards Alice before the agency is able to provide her location.A few minutes later, Charlie phone rang again. This time, it was one of the underlings. "Hello?" He answered, putting the call on speaker."We have a lead on the partner's car," the underling said, his voice sounding breathless. "I think you're going to want to hear this."
"Go on," Charlie says, his attention fully captured by the words of the underling.
"We have tracked the car to a prestigious seven-star hotel. It appears to belong to the Rodriguez family," the underling relays the crucial information.
"Thank you," Charlie says with determination, ending the call.
"He has the audacity to take her to a hotel! He will certainly face the consequences," Charlie declares, his voice filled with a mixture of anger and determination. Without wasting any time, Charlie rushes to the driver's seat and accelerates towards the hotel, eager to confront Michael and ensure justice for Alice.
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