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Chapter 93: Someone took her

Penulis: Peachie Mia
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Ethan’s POV

As much as I dislike being in the same room as my father, I have to put it aside when it comes to business talk.

I stood behind him on the dais, my face a carefully neutral mask as he addressed his gala guests. But my mind wasn't on his words or the crowd of investors. My eyes were constantly scanning, searching for one person in a sea of hundreds.

Where is she?

I saw my mom, but Ava wasn’t beside her.

Then, my phone vibrated. A text from Ava.

Ava: Out back in the alley. Need air. Sophie happened.

I called her immediately, stepping off the stage and moving toward the nearest exit. The phone was picked up, but there was only silence. No hello, no background noise—just dead, terrifying air.

“Ava? Ava, talk to me!”

Nothing.

I dialed her number again, but she wasn’t picking up. I stormed out and made my way to the back exit.

“Ava!” I screamed her name, but there was no response. I heard footsteps running toward me.

I turned to see Noah and Liam behind me; they were breathing h
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