World Domination System

74. The Storm Ahead

In the dimly lit living room, Elsie sat on the edge of the worn-out couch, her tear-streaked face a reflection of the deep fear that clouded her thinking and her thoughts. Leonard sat beside her, concern written all over his face.

As the silence hung heavy in the air, Elsie gathered the strength to speak, her voice trembling with fear. "Leonard, something terrible has happened. It seems like my family... they've found me. They know where I am." Her voice wavered, and fresh tears welled up in her eyes.

Leonard's brow furrowed in worry as he placed a comforting hand on Elsie's shoulder. "Oh, Elsie, that's awful. Why would they come for you now? I thought you had managed to escape their clutches."

Elsie swallowed hard, struggling to contain her rising panic. "I thought so too, Leonard but they've always been relentless. I never imagined they would find me here. They've always had a way of getting what they want and I wouldn't be surprised if it was my father that actually led the search.