Chapter 30

The man’s laugh echoed in the confined space of the warehouse, sending a chill down Sarah’s spine. “You’re outnumbered, sweetheart,” he taunted, his eyes glinting with malice. “You should have stayed out of this.” Before Sarah could respond, Clara came rushing in, a heavy crate in her arms. With a swift motion, she hurled it toward the man, causing him to stumble backward. The distraction bought them a precious few seconds. “Let’s move!” Sarah shouted, her heart pounding as she grabbed the container’s latch, working it open with trembling hands. The heavy metal door creaked as it swung wide, revealing a trove of weapons and cash stacked high inside. “Get what you can!” she urged, her eyes darting between the cargo and the advancing guards. Mark and Jane quickly started loading supplies into their bags, their expressions tense but determined. […]

Chapter 29

The following night, Sarah found herself standing at the docks again, the salty breeze tugging at her clothes as she waited for Kade. The moon hung low in the sky, casting a silvery glow over the water, and the distant sound of waves crashing against the docks was a reminder of the ever-looming danger. She felt a rush of adrenaline coursing through her veins as she thought about the plan forming in her mind. This was more than just a search for Elizabeth; it was a battle against a man who had threatened everything she cared about. The stakes were high, and failure was not an option. As she glanced around, her eyes caught movement. Kade emerged from the shadows, his silhouette stark against the moonlight. He walked towards her, a confident stride in his step. “You made it,” he […]

Chapter 28

The warehouse felt alive with energy as Sarah and her allies huddled together, each voice a thread weaving a tapestry of hope and determination. As they strategized, Sarah laid out what they knew about Bennett’s operations, trying to connect the dots. “Bennett’s always been ruthless, but he’s also predictable,” she explained, pacing the floor. “He values information above all else. If we can feed him a false lead about Elizabeth, we might lure him into a trap.” Mark nodded, his brow furrowed in thought. “We could set up a meeting point, somewhere he would expect to find Elizabeth. If we’re smart about it, we can catch him off guard.” “What about Marla?” Clara interjected. “She knows this area better than any of us. She might have contacts we can use.” Marla leaned against a wall, her arms crossed. “I do […]

Chapter 27

The footsteps drew nearer, and Sarah’s heart pounded in her chest like a war drum. The shadows under the counter felt like a sanctuary, but the threat looming above made every second feel like an eternity. “Check under the counter,” one of the men said, and Sarah’s breath caught in her throat. She glanced at Mark, whose expression mirrored her fear. They had to act fast. “On my count,” she whispered. “One… two…” “Hey, did you hear that?” Clara whispered, her eyes wide with panic. Before Sarah could respond, the men were already bending down, their faces just inches away from the counter. “What the hell?” one exclaimed, spotting a loose board in the floor. “They must have gone down there!” “Damn it!” the other cursed. “We need to find them before they get away!” In a flash, Sarah made […]

Chapter 26

The journey along the old train tracks was fraught with tension, each rustle of leaves and distant sound amplifying their fear of being discovered. Sarah led the group, her mind racing with thoughts of how they would execute their plan. The further they moved from the abandoned house, the more hope she felt, but the reality of their situation was still heavy on her shoulders. “Do you think we’ll be safe at the train station?” Clara asked, glancing over her shoulder as they walked. Sarah nodded, though uncertainty lingered. “It’s our best bet right now. There are usually fewer people around, especially at this time of night. We can figure out our next move from there.” “Hopefully, we can reach Elizabeth’s contact before Bennett’s men catch up,” Mark said, his voice low. “We need to get that evidence into the […]