Unexpected Wealth

Chapter 83 : Connections and compassion.

[ 24 hours later. ]

Quentin found himself immersed in his office, an abundance of documents and financial reports cluttering his imposing mahogany desk.

He massaged his temples, trying to alleviate the headache caused by stress. Suddenly, a knock on the door interrupted his thoughts.

" Please come in ! " he exclaimed.

The door swung open abruptly, and Arjun rushed inside, his face betraying his worry.

" Quentin ! I came as soon as I received your message. What's going on ? " he asked, filled with anxiety.

Quentin rose from his desk and warmly embraced Arjun. When they pulled apart, Arjun was stunned to see tears glistening in his friend's eyes.

" It's Jasmine... she's gone missing," Quentin murmured, his voice broken.

" What ? Gone ? Since when ? " Arjun asked, incredulous.

Quentin desperately shook his head.

" Since yesterday ! "

" We were both in Ethan's room when you called me. I went out to take that phone call, and when I came back, she was gone," Quentin explained.

" I hope she'