The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 2600

As for Victoria, she stuck to Balfour like glue. Her being in this mess was on her.

Otherwise, those thugs wouldn't have bothered with her. What use could she possibly be?

Alyssa and Dean rushed to the school in no time.

Despite the silver streaks in their hair, their presence alone commanded respect. Just standing at the entrance, the air seemed to thicken with their authority.

Even Mara caught herself avoiding their gaze.

Elton, upon seeing them, perked up like a meerkat and trailed behind them like a loyal pup. They were like detectives piecing together a crime scene, and he just hovered awkwardly at the sidelines.

It wasn't long before Alyssa noticed him. "This must be the other parent involved," she said.

One of the teachers quickly made the introductions, and Dean gave Elton a reassuring pat on the shoulder. "Don't you worry, sir. We'll move heaven and earth to get both kids back safe and sound."

It was clear as day that the kidnappers were after Balfour, with poor Victoria caught in the crossfire.

Elton's eyes brimmed with tears as he nodded fervently. "Please, just bring my daughter back. She's still got her whole life ahead of her."

Soon enough, Balfour’s grandparents were off, working their contacts like seasoned spies.

Sure as the sun, the kidnapper's call came through.

Their demands weren't outrageous, but it was just that they hadn't heard the two children's voices until now, so why should they do what the kidnappers had asked for?