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Chapter 28

Author: Deep thinker
last update Last Updated: 2023-10-30 12:22:58

Arthur stared at the phone screen and his blood began to boil.

"How dare they go after Bella?" He yelled at the top of his voice. "She doesn't deserve any of this." He muttered under his breath trying to control himself.

He was a public figure and he believed the spotlight should be on him, he was afraid they would feed off her naivety and take her privacy away.

He quickly grabbed his phone and dialed Bella's phone, it rang but there was no response.

His heart began to race and many dread scenes ran through his head.

Grabbing his suit, he threw directives at Edward. “Get my car ready and track Bella's driver to know where they are."

"On it boss." Edward turned to leave.

"Wait a minute," He took a second to think. "Since they've gotten to her, they won't rest until they get every piece of information to feast on. Make sure no one leaks news about her brother. Call your men and have them surround the premises discreetly.”

"Yes boss." Edward nodded and hurried out of the office.

“Davi
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