16

That day, it wasn't just little Billy who was taken; Wendy's young niece was with him.

They were cornered dangerously on the rooftop by a group of people.

Those individuals threatened Lucas, demanding their hard-earned money.

"Our kids need an education, and our family depends on this place!

"We can't even afford the rent; we're about to be evicted by the landlord!

"You, on the other hand, are still playing at the amusement park, even booking down the entire area! Why can't you give us the money?

"We just want to survive!"

The cries of the two children echoed one after another.

Lucas remained composed, saying, "I've already sent someone to raise the money. Please, calm down, and be careful not to harm the children."

There were quite a few people on the rooftop, all trying to mediate.

Lucas furrowed his brow and called me.

"Rachel."

Hearing the cries on the other end of the phone, my heart felt like it was about to leap out.

That feeling was no different from when I heard about Arthur's