But I hadn’t realized his accomplices were watching my family.
When they discovered Daniel intended to report me to the police, they decided to exploit our conflict.
They took Emily and Jake from our neighbor’s home, pretending I’d sent them.
Back in the hotel hallway, Collins finally explained what had happened.
“Margaret, our team intercepted the men on the coastal road. The children are with police officers now.”
I nearly collapsed.
“Then why did you threaten me?”
“Richard’s associates are also staying on this floor. We needed to reach you before they did. I handled it terribly, and I’m sorry.”
I didn’t care about his explanation.
“Please, let me speak to my grandchildren.”
He made a call.
Seconds later, I heard Emily’s trembling voice.
“Grandma, we’re okay. But I was so scared.”
I burst into tears.
“I’m coming, sweetheart. Everything will be all right.”
