Feeling less exhausted than usual, we reached Ani's place, and I was glad that my butt didn't hurt this time.At Ani's, we noticed a group of neighbors gathered together, signaling that something was up.The door, hanging off its hinges, screamed trouble. Clearly, these kidnappers were ruthless."Granma!" cried Ani, her voice echoing in the empty house. There was no answer. Grandmother was gone, just as we had feared.Ani burst into tears, her small frame shaking as she ran away in distress. Understanding her pain only too well, I ran after her.Ani's grandmother, her only family, was gone.When I caught up with her, I hugged her tightly and gave her as much comfort as I could."I promise, Ani, we'll find your grandmother," I assured her, trying to sound confident.Meanwhile, Rafe was busy chatting with a local, and soon Faghri joined in. They were both looking for clues as to where Ani's grandmother might be."Luna, come here!" Rafe called. I hurried over, dragging a still sniffling
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