Chapter 577
As Zach gently wiped away Mila’s tears, he comforted her with tender words, “Chubs, don’t worry. They are safe, just held captive.”
“Do you know where they are?” Mila inquired, her voice filled with concern.
Zach shook his head and let out a weary sigh. “I’m not sure. The place is surrounded by high walls and tight security. There’s no way out.”
“What about Oliver? Has he tried to find you?” Mila pressed.
“He’s been silent as if he’s not involved at all,” Zach replied. Pausing, he added, “But our every move in that house is under constant surveillance.”
Approaching them, Nathan asked Zach politely, “Grandpa, can you recall any landmarks or buildings nearby?”
With a troubled expression, Zach responded, “There’s nothing but mountains, forests, and trees. They’ve hidden their location well.”
Mila’s head drooped in despair.
Nathan reached out, placing a comforting hand on Mila’s shoulder. “Don’t worry. If I can rescue Grandpa, I can also save your parents and brother. Just give me some time.”
“Okay.” Mila nodded, finding a glimmer of hope in Nathan’s words.
Zach gazed at Nathan with admiration, his smile filled with warmth. “Nate, you’ve never let me down. You’re truly brilliant.”
“You’re too kind, Grandpa. Your insight helped me see through their plans,” Nathan replied modestly.
Zach sighed deeply, “I’m not sure if I can save the 28 billion dollars.”
Understanding the underlying threat, Nathan realized that even though they had managed to rescue Zach during Loretta’s memorial, his son, daughter-in-law, and grandson remained captives. They served as the enemy’s bargaining chips.
Their options were grim, to either comply and surrender their assets or risk losing their loved ones.
“We’ll keep it safe, Grandpa,” Nathan assured confidently.
Puzzled, Zach asked, “What do you mean?”
Nathan clarified, “Oliver is dead.”
Zach’s eyes widened in disbelief. “Oliver is dead?”
Nathan settled beside Zach and explained, “Qiver is now a wanted criminal in Norvania, so he faked his death. The world no longer knows Oliver With a new face from plastic surgery, he’s living a completely different life.”
Worry etched across Zach’s face, his hands tightening into fists. “Isn’t that even more dangerous?”
Nathan nodded. “Yes, the hidden enemies are often the most perilous.”
Mila, catching the drift, spoke with a spark of realization, “So, our main concerns now are Avery and Lucas? Oliver wouldn’t risk contacting us directly, fearing exposure?
Nathan smiled, reaching for Mila’s hand and giving it a comforting squeeze. “Exactly.”
Zach looked between Mila and Nathan in confusion. “Can someone explain what’s going on?”
Nathan elaborated confidently, “Grandpa, I’ve employed the most advanced satellite tracking to keep a constant eye on Avery. Every signal she sends out is monitored. “I’ve also positioned several informants around her, from her assistant to the household staff, most of whom are loyal to me.
“If she tries to reach out to Oliver or anyone else threatening our family, we’ll track them down. You and Chubs can return home and reclaim what’s rightfully yours.
“Avery’s every move is observed. If she communicates with anyone in the confinement, we’ll trace them.”
Zach, still anxious, questioned, “What if Oliver uses my son as leverage against me?”
Nathan reassured him with
unwavering confidence. “It’s not
easy for Oliver to craft a new life. He
won’t risk exposing himself. Ne
matter how he tries to contact you,
we’ll find him.”