Lloyd finally understood why the management was offering a shop lot to Kathryn, as there was no doubt her skills would attract tourists."So, you're planning to stay at Brookside Town?"Kathryn nodded. "Yeah.""Well, are you aware of how many people are looking for you right now?" Kathryn was terrified at the thought of Chris searching for her, fearing he might try to take her child away. However, she remained unaware that it wasn't just Chris who was looking for her. The Glenns and the Hunts were also on her trail.Lloyd knew that there were two more groups involved in this search. He assumed one of them was connected to Lewis, but he had no clue about the identity of the other group.In any case, Lloyd noticed that things were getting difficult for him to deal with now. He believed Kathryn shouldn't stay in Brookside Town any longer if she truly wanted to hide from Chris.Kathryn frowned as she heard what Lloyd said. "Looking for me?""Chris isn't the only one looking for
Kathryn was certain that she had to find a safe place to stay."Are you sure you can handle it?" Lloyd found it hard to believe Kathryn's words. After all, he had witnessed her gentle and delicate nature. Despite her strong and unwavering personality, Kathryn remained a delicate and vulnerable woman in Lloyd's eyes. He doubted her readiness to confront the challenges ahead.Yet, Kathryn nodded. "Of course. I can do it."Her words were resolute and filled with confidence as she spoke, marking the moment when Lloyd first grasped the strength of a mother's influence.After breakfast, Lloyd hurried out to meet his client. Kathryn, on the other hand, was packing up her belongings.Aware that Chris' associates would soon reach Brookside Town, she realized the urgency of her departure. She was determined not to allow Chris the opportunity to take her child from her under any circumstances.…Kathryn had no idea that there were so many people looking for her. She was tense again aft
C-Critical? Did Victor mean that Kathryn might lose her life?"What nonsense are you talking about? This is impossible!" Tally was on the verge of exploding. "Tally Johnson!""She's still having coffee now. How on Earth could something bad happen to her?"The office plunged into an immediate, eerie silence the moment Tally finished her question. Victor fixed a steady gaze on her.Tally was left dumbfounded. How could she have let the cat out of the bag once more? She felt a strong impulse to slap her own face at that very moment."She's having coffee? Where is she having coffee now?" Victor inquired."She's not. I'm just talking nonsense.""Tally, what happened between Chris and Kathryn isn't what you think. It's just …"Victor's frustration over the misdiagnosis of Chris's illness was driving him to the brink. He couldn't fathom why Chris had chosen their hospital for the check-up when he could have gone anywhere else. The fact that the misdiagnosis had occurred in their o
Victor questioned, "You? If you could, then why ask for my help previously?"Tally was rendered speechless.Tally was already profoundly terrified by Chris. If Chris were no longer in the picture, numerous individuals would target Kathryn. A couple of examples include Franco and Chris' birth mother, Martha."Isn't Krista still around?"Krista wasn't a treat to have around. But no one would find fault with Kathryn if Krista was her birth mother.Victor reminded, "Aren't you forgetting that the Baydem Group is in Kathryn's hands? The Albert family will never let her go."A breath escaped Tally, laced with fear, as she remembered the Baydem Group.Chris and Krista were at odds before. Tally was inevitably confused at the thought of what happened.Victor quickly added before Tally could say anything. "Don't think about it anymore. Tell me, quick. What happened to Kathryn?"As he asked this question, Victor silently prayed that Kathryn was safe.Chris would come hounding after him
Chris was simmering in intense anger when he came back from the hospital.Tara worriedly followed behind him, afraid to say a word.Chris entered his office, and with a dangerous air, he asked, "Have there been any transactions on her bank card yet?""No, nothing at all." Tara shook her head.Kathryn's phone number and bank cards have been under close surveillance since she left Harborlean. Any activity from these sources would lead to an immediate location lockdown.Nevertheless, no one had anticipated the continued silence from Kathryn's phone and bank cards until this point.Chris' scowl had now turned chillingly cold, sending shivers down the spine of anyone who saw it.Tara could feel the escalating threat in the atmosphere around him.She approached him with anxiety and inquired, "I assume Mrs. Albert has no connection to Lloyd Robbins, right?"Chris' eyes took on a colder, more intense glint as he was caught off guard by her sudden question. He fixed a sharp gaze on Tar
Kathryn had never missed a day of drinking fruit juice since she was here.Lloyd had never dated a pregnant woman before, so he was clueless about pregnancy dietary restrictions. Yet, his intuition told him she shouldn't eat too much outside food. Kathryn pleaded, "I won't have any more chances to drink it anymore. I have more dietary restrictions after giving birth."So, she wanted to eat all she could when she still could. Lloyd was about to make an online payment, but Kathryn stopped him. "I will pay for this."Lloyd was rendered speechless. He couldn't help but wonder why she was hesitant to spend a man's money. What a peculiar decision.Kathryn bought a glass of orange juice for eight dollars. She had cheesy tater tots in one hand and her orange juice in the other. Lloyd took the juice from her. "Enjoy your food!""Thank you." Kathryn accepted his kindness. She prodded the cheesy tater tot with a toothpick and put it into her mouth. Lloyd noticed how she enjoyed her
Kathryn remained rooted to her spot, her eyes fixed on Lloyd as he answered the call. Her heart clenched as she gazed at his back, turned away from her.She had a great appetite earlier. Now, the food in her hands was tasteless. Lloyd answered the call. His voice was steady, void of any panic. "Mr. Albert, this is rare! What do I owe the pleasure?"Chris heard Lloyd's nonchalant voice from the other end of the line. His brows knitted tightly together. He went straight to the point. "Where are you, Mr. Robbins?""What do you want, Mr. Albert?""Where are you?"Chris' tone was heavier now. Lloyd frowned as he detected the threat in Chris' tone. "What is the meaning of this? Why does it sound like you're interrogating me now?""Lloyd, is Kathryn with you?" Chris instantly blew his fuse. He didn't bother to beat around the bush and went straight to the point. Lloyd's penchant for pettiness was common knowledge throughout Northvale.Most people wouldn't dwell on the end of
Lloyd ended the call and swiftly turned around. His phone rang again as he took his first few steps. He thought Chris called again. However, with just one glance at the incoming call, he realized it was his secretary on the line. He picked it up. "Avery!""Mr. Robbins, Chris' secretary, Tara Hudson, called me. She asked about your whereabouts that night."Chris' call had been a preliminary test of the waters, and no matter how vehemently he denied it now, Chris would likely never believe him."What did you say?""Tara is not a gullible woman to fool. They must have honed in on you by now."Lloyd was at a loss for words. They knew he was at the airport that night. They also knew he had erased his travel route after. It would have looked less suspicious if he hadn't erased his travel route. But now, explaining it would prove a challenge. It was no surprise that Chris had called him. Their being together was practically confirmed now.Lloyd massaged his throbbing temple, r