**Third person**Five hours earlier, Jeff paced around in front of his black van, and Richard stood in front of the van.There were five other vans that had accompanied them to Surfside City. They were parked in a small alleyway. Her exact location was deduced to be within a five-mile radius from here.Richard suggested that they observe the area from a distance for the night, in case Chloe was in any danger, lest they put her in harm’s way, and Jeff agreed. “Sir, we're eagerly waiting for your order.”He didn't want them to just barge in when they hadn't gauged the situation; otherwise, they risk putting her in danger.“Good. Don't forget the instruction; kill anyone that appears to pose a threat to her on sight.”“Yes, sire,” they echoed.His heart raced. Was he really going to meet Chloe?Was she really alive? Will they be together once again?Was he already going ahead of himself? Hours bled into one another, and dusk had already painted the city in shades of bruised purple, t
**Third person**“Stop!” Chloe yelled. “Put me down at once!” she ordered, hitting Jeff’s back with her slender fists.His back was hard, broad, and warm.The warmth that radiated through his worn jacket felt strangely comforting, a faint echo of a memory she couldn't quite grasp. Another feeling of deja vu washed over her. Had she lived this moment before? Jeff had carried her like this before?Perhaps while rain drummed against them?“I’m so sorry, Chloe,” Jeff murmured. “I really want to, but I just can’t.”There was no way he was leaving there without her. He’d finally found his wife, and the feeling alone made his heart warm.“If hitting me makes you feel better, then don’t stop,” he urged, and her heart skipped a beat.Her resistance faltered for a moment. The blows rained down with less force, a flicker of recognition battling with confusion in her eyes. They reached the car, a sleek black behemoth waiting with its engine idling. Jeff's jaw tightened as he barked an order to
**Third person**“Uh, she said she was going to a friend's,” Audrey sniffed. “Okay, fine. Then relay the message to her. And with that, he dismissed the meeting. Meanwhile, in Elizabeth's house, Elizabeth had called Lily to inform her, and Lily rushed over.“But why did that stupid girl just decide to cause trouble for us?” Lily yelled out frustratedly.The men that Robert sent to help with finding Chloe had just escorted them back home.It was 2 a.m., and there was still no sign of her.She didn't mind if bandits had killed her, but just not before she had the chance to collect her share of two hundred million dollars from Elizabeth.“Why did you even let her out of your sight?” Lily glared at Elizabeth with an accusing tone. “Well, it wasn't my fault. Robert was the one who made her run away by trying to force himself on her.” Elizabeth scoffed.Lily's brows furrowed. “Robert was here earlier?”“Yes, he was... trying to force himself on Chloe.” Elizabeth repeated it for emphasi
**Third person**Jeff turned slowly, his eyes filled with curiosity and concern. Chloe's sudden call had caught him off guard. She looked at him, uncertainty etched on her face, and for a moment, she seemed to struggle with her words."What is it, Chloe?" Jeff asked gently, his tone soft and inviting.Chloe hesitated, her mind racing with conflicting thoughts. She wanted answers, but a part of her was afraid of what she might learn. She took a deep breath, trying to steady herself. "Why are you helping me?" she finally asked, her voice barely above a whisper.Jeff's expression softened. He took a few steps closer, his gaze never leaving hers. "Because I care about you, Chloe. I always have.""But... why?" Chloe's voice trembled. "Why do you care? We barely know each other."Jeff sighed, running a hand through his hair. He sat down on the edge of the bed, facing her. "We've known each other for a long time,Chloe. You just don't remember it right now. We were close, very close. I've
**Third person**"Your sister, Lily," Audrey cooed, squeezing her hands. "She's alive!"Beads of sweat trickled down Lily's head. "There's no way that's possible," she murmured.Her head was pounding. How did Chloe end up here?"It is! I couldn't believe it until I took a peek at her. Jeff brought her in last night.""Wow," Lily felt her body go cold. "Can... can I see her?""Sadly, you can't."Lily's eyes widened. "Why?"Do they already know that she's involved?"Have they found the people involved?" Lily managed to ask. "Involved?" Audrey echoed. "Involved in what?""Oh, we thought she was dead for a while, and then suddenly she appeared. Has she told you guys what happened?""Uh, no. She lost her memory, so none of us are allowed to speak to her yet.""Any idea what happened?"Audrey sighed. "I wish I knew."Lily needed to talk to Chloe as quickly as possible, or else there would be trouble for them. Twenty hours had already passed since Chloe took the last dose of her medication.
**Third person**"Jeff, are you..." Richard began, sensing the urgency in Jeff's voice."Yes, I want to find out all that she knows.""Sure. On it."Back in New York, a middle-aged man stepped into Grandpa Charles' villa, his demeanor serious. The house, a grand structure filled with antiques and memories, was silent except for the ticking of a large grandfather clock in the hallway."You're here. Have a seat," Grandpa Charles said, his voice steady but with a hint of underlying tension.After taking a seat, the man pulled out a file from his briefcase and handed it to Grandpa Charles. Charles opened the document, his eyes scanning through its contents. On the top right corner of the paper was a photo of Chloe's passport. The rest of the paper contained her date of birth, full name, and place of birth.When Grandpa Charles saw the name, his eyes flicked up to the man, confusion etched on his face. "This is Cara's twin sister, Chloe," the man explained. "She's the one who was living in
**Third person**The doctor came and went, leaving Chloe in a state of uneasy rest. She lay back on her bed, trying to process the fragmented memories and thoughts swirling in her mind. As she pondered over Jeff's words and actions, a knock on the door interrupted her thoughts.Chloe turned towards the door just as a guard stepped in. "You have a visitor," he announced.Chloe's heart skipped a beat. "Who is it?"The guard hesitated before stepping aside to reveal Lily. Chloe's eyes lit up with a mix of surprise and relief. "Lily? How did you find me?"Lily rushed to her side, her face a mask of concern. "Hey, sis. How are you doing?""I'm... managing," Chloe replied, her voice soft. "But how did you know I was here? Do you know the man who kidnapped me?"Lily feigned despair, her eyes downcast. "Sadly, I do," she murmured in a low voice.Chloe's eyes widened with alarm. "Is he a bad man?"Lily bit her lip, pretending to struggle with her words. "Not to make you scared but... he's bad
**Third person**He immediately gripped Chloe's shoulders and called out to the guards. “Get her to the car immediately. We're going to the hospital.”“What's the problem, Grandpa?” Chloe asked, her face etched with confusion. “Honey, you'll be fine, okay?” One of the guards carried Chloe and headed to the car. Grandpa Charles hurriedly slipped into the car after Chloe; his palms were dripping with sweat as he yelled to his driver, “Start the car at once! And take us to the nearest hospital.”The driver reached for the ignition, and the car engine roared. “Yes, sir,” he answered, and soon the car was already on the highway.“Grandpa,” Chloe called out, her brows furrowing with concern. What was going on?“Shhh….” Charles pressed his finger against the middle of his lips. “Just try to stay quiet, okay? You're having a reaction,” he explained. “A reaction?” Chloe echoed. What was Grandpa talking about? She felt totally fine.“Shh…” Charles reminded her, gesturing for Chloe to remai