Chapter 91

Ryan hissed in disgust, quickly texting back, "I don’t want to see you in my house when I return." He shoved his phone back into his pocket, only for it to beep again.

Expecting another message from Bella, he reluctantly checked it. This time, it was from an unknown number: "I know where she was taken and who took her."Ryan’s heart skipped a beat.

He immediately dialed the number, his hands trembling as the phone started to ring

."Hello?" a gruff voice answered."Who is this? What do you know about Mrs. Jessica’s disappearance?" Ryan demanded."Calm down, Kendrick.

I have information, but it comes at a price," the voice replied coolly.

"Name your price," Ryan said, desperation evident in his tone."We’ll discuss the terms in person. Meet me at the old warehouse on 5th and Main in one hour. Come alone, and don’t involve the police, or you’ll never see her again," the voice warned before hanging up.

Ryan clenched his fist, trying to control his rage. He turned to the police officer. "I