Ch. 741..750
Chapter 741
Daniel worried that if Sienna were a virgin, he might inadvertently hurt or discomfort her. As he pondered this possibility, a wave of guilt swept over him. He reached for his phone intending to call for an ambulance and seek medical advice. Just as he was about to dial, the passenger door swung open. Sienna hurriedly got in the car and asked, "Daniel, what's wrong?"
Daniel was taken aback, his gaze locked intensely on Sienna's lovely face. His mouth went dry as his desire reached its peak.
Seeing him drenched and breathing heavily, Sienna leaned in and touched his forehead. The warmth of his skin startled her. She exclaimed, "Daniel, you have a fever. I'll take you to the hospital." Daniel fought back his desires and slowly closed his eyes. His voice was hoarse as he asked, "Can you drive?"
"No. I just took a taxi here. Let's hail one to get to the hospital," Sienna replied anxiously.
A taxi? Daniel feared losing control and would act inappropriately in it.
Sienna grabbed tissues and gently wiped the water from his cheeks and neck.
Her scent and the tenderness of her touch felt like an irresistible temptation, causing him to want to act on his impulses uncontrollably.
"Sisi," Daniel said, clenching his fists and shutting his eyes tight. He couldn't bring himself to look at her. Struggling to hold onto his sanity, he said, "I've just met Vivian."
Sienna paused from wiping. She gave him a glance tinged with disapproval, though she kept it subtle. She asked softly, "And then?"
"And then things got out of hand. I feel awful like I'm losing my mind trying to restrain myself." Daniel swallowed hard and gasped slightly for breath.
Sienna's gaze shifted from his distressed face to his chest, which rose and fell noticeably. As her gaze continued downward, even though he was seated in the driver's seat, it was impossible to overlook the prominent bulge at his crotch.
"Did she drug you?" Sienna clenched his fists in anger, feeling utterly lost.
Daniel nodded in response.
"What should we do?" Sienna's eyes scanned the surroundings, searching for nearby hotels.
She spotted a chain hotel not too far away. She exited the car, rushed to Daniel's side, opened the door, and took his arm. "Daniel, come on. Let's find a hotel."
Daniel remained still, captivated by Sienna's innocent yet stunning face. Since Sienna had arrived, he couldn't shake the urge to lunge at her.
Yet, Daniel knew that if he kissed
her, he wouldn't be able to stop himself. He was barely holding onto his sanity. Leaning closer to Sienna, he asked in a raspy voice, "Have you ever had sex before?"
Sienna was taken aback, her face flushing instantly. Annoyed, she replied, "Why bring that up now? Are you only interested if I haven't?"
It was quite the opposite!
Daniel didn't want to waste time. He said firmly, "Just tell me."
"No, you're my first boyfriend. I—"
Daniel's forehead started to bead with sweat once again. He interrupted her with a pained expression, "Help me find a taxi. Let's go to the hospital." Sienna looked confused. "Why go to the hospital for something that can be dealt with in bed? Do they have antidotes there?"
Daniel leaned back, his intense gaze fixed on her. He gently caressed her cheek and spoke solemnly, "I guess this drug won't wear off for another five or six hours.
"You won't be able to handle it. I don't want to ruin your first time, or see you in pain."
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Chapter 742
Sienna was suddenly flooded with memories of her childhood. It was back when this area was still rural. One of her neighbors used to raise pigs.
She recalled how whenever a business opportunity arose, the elderly man would administer some powerful medicine to the boar. After consuming it, the boar could mate with over a dozen sows. Even though Sienna had never witnessed it, the horrifying cries of those pigs haunted her childhood dreams.
Sienna abruptly snapped out of her reverie. Without a word, she firmly shut the door.
The sudden closing of the door, together with Sienna's pale face and frantic demeanor, almost tempted Daniel to laugh.
Sienna rushed to flag down a cab. 15 minutes later, Sienna was rushing Daniel into the hospital. They swiftly checked in for emergency treatment.
When they explained the situation to the urologist, Gordon Gallows, he pointed at Sienna beside Daniel. "Is she your girlfriend?"
"My sister," Daniel responded promptly.
Sienna felt a warmth in her heart. Daniel truly cared for her. He would rather endure discomfort himself than see her suffer.
"Are you seeing anyone?" Gordon asked again.
"No."
"I'll give you an address. You can find a―" Gordon was about to suggest a simpler solution.
Daniel cut in coldly, "I'm a police officer."
Gordon stopped speaking. He nervously swallowed, forced a smile, and quickly tried to explain, "What I mean is, cases like yours needing medical attention are rare. And unfortunately, we don't have a cure for this."
"You could consider giving a sedative. If that doesn't help, anesthesia might be necessary."
"But we can't just administer these to anyone. There need to be specific reasons for prescribing them. In your case-"
Gordon was feeling uneasy. He looked at Daniel's serious expression and felt intimidated by his authority.
After pausing briefly, he continued, "I can prescribe a sedative, but it might not work perfectly. However, it could help reduce some discomfort."
"Thank you, doctor," Daniel said, his breath heavy. He was visibly struggling to restrain himself, with sweat glistening on his forehead.
"I'll also prescribe some other medication," Gordon said as he wrote the prescriptions.
"Since you don't have a partner and aren't interested in seeking those services, if things get tough, you can ask your sister to go to an adult store and get you—"
Sienna had never felt so uneasy. It was already strange enough accompanying Daniel to a urologist. Standing there and hearing Gordon's blunt words made her blush with embarrassment.
Daniel couldn't take it anymore, his voice cutting in sharply, "Doctor, that's enough. Just write the prescriptions."
Gordon went silent, refraining from making any further comments. After finishing the prescription, he handed it over to Sienna.
Sienna helped Daniel up, but as they began to walk, Gordon felt compelled to offer more advice.
"You know, young man, tying the knot early is good for your health. If marriage isn't your thing, at least find yourself a girlfriend sooner rather than later."
"Thanks for the advice," Daniel replied. He already felt uncomfortable about suppressing his intense desire. Gordon's well-meaning nagging only made him more irritated.
Sienna couldn't help but feel disheartened at Gordon's words. His words hinted that refraining from sex for an extended period could harm a man's health.
She pondered whether, if she and
Daniel were to date for three to five
years, she should rethink her
commitment to waiting until marriage for sex. Otherwise, at might pose a risk to Daniel's well-being.
Sienna settled the bill for the
medication and returned to Daniel's
bedside to keep him company. After receiving the sedative, Daniel's
breathing became noticeably
smoother, and his temperature
stabilized.
It was difficult to determine whether he was asleep or merely taking a nap.
Sienna leaned against the edge of the bed, resting her chin on her hands as she quietly observed him.
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Chapter 743
Soon after, a doctor entered. Upon seeing Daniel resting peacefully, he commented, "Looks like it's having some effect."
After glancing at Daniel's lower body, he added, "But it's not entirely satisfactory. Make sure he stays hydrated. Allow some time for the drug's effect to wear off."
The doctor left after giving his instructions.
Sienna quickly fetched a glass of water. She discreetly glanced at Daniel's lower body and noticed a slight bulge under the thick hospital blanket. She silently cursed Vivian for being such a bitch. "Daniel, have some water," Sienna whispered gently into his ear.
Daniel stirred from his drowsiness and sat up. Sienna rushed to support his back.
"Are you still feeling uncomfortable?" Sienna asked, her voice laced with concern.
Daniel remained silent. After finishing the water, he lay back down, closed his eyes, and whispered, "Sisi, I'm feeling better now. You should head home and get some rest."
"I want to stay here with you," Sienna insisted.
With his eyes closed, Daniel murmured helplessly, "You should go back."
"I'm worried something might happen to you. There's no one here to take care of you."
"There're doctors and nurses here. I'll be fine."
"But I want to be here with you."
Daniel smiled weakly as he slowly opened his eyes. He looked at her intensely and said, "I may feel drained, but there's still a spark in me. You're like fuel next to a pile of embers. One wrong move and I could burst into flames."
Sienna couldn't resist laughing. "You're quite the wordsmith with your metaphors!"
Daniel closed his eyes again, feeling helpless.
Sienna didn't want to disturb his rest any further. She decided to leave, thinking her presence might be bothering him.
"Okay then. I'll go back now. Just call me if you need anything."
"Sure," Daniel replied.
After Sienna left the ward and rode the elevator down to the lobby, she spotted Vivian in a wheelchair, receiving medication while being wheeled by Molly.
She swiftly hid behind a nearby
pillar. When she noticed Vivian's apparent injury to her waist and legs, a feeling of satisfaction washed over her She believed Daniel must have confronted Vivian.
Sienna clenched her teeth in anger and glared daggers at Vivian. Vivian's outfit beneath her coat was revealing, and her makeup was heavily applied. However, Vivian's lack of fame meant that her sunglasses were sufficient to hide her identity from most people.
Sienna waited until Vivian and Molly
had left before cautiously emerging
from behind the pillar. As she stepped out of the entrance, she
suddenly questioned why she had been hiding in the first place.
Vivian was the one who had caused the problem, so why was Sienna feeling afraid? Why did she feel the urge to hide herself?
After a moment of contemplation,
Sienna realized that deep down, she was afraid of Vivian discovering that Daniel hadn't sought her out to counteract the effects of the drug.
Even more troubling, she feared Vivian finding out that Daniel was also receiving treatment at the same hospital.
After some time, Sienna exited the hospital and stood by the roadside, waiting for a ride.
Suddenly, a black MPV approached, slowing to a stop before her.
Sienna warily took a step back.
The door slid open, revealing Vivian's haughty demeanor. Her gaze was icy as she peered at Sienna with an air of superiority. "What are you doing here? And where's Daniel?"
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Chapter 744
Sienna acted confused. "I felt sick, so I went to the doctor. Daniel didn't reach out to me. Why are you asking?"
Vivian looked Sienna over and smiled suggestively. She asked again, "Daniel didn't look for you?"
Sienna shook her head. "No."
Vivian chuckled. "If he's not looking for you, then who else would he be looking for?"
Sienna pretended to be puzzled. "What do you mean?"
With significance in her voice, Vivian said, "You and Daniel are back together, aren't you?"
Sienna went quiet.
Vivian smirked triumphantly and taunted, "Quit pretending. I know you two are still a thing. If Daniel's not reaching out, it's probably because the drug's hitting him hard.
"He's scared he can't control himself and might harm you. He might've found someone else to please him."
"What drug?" Sienna continued to act clueless, feeding into Vivian's twisted thoughts.
Vivian felt relieved and said calmly, "You don't need to worry about that. Just understand that your boyfriend is in bed with someone else now."
Sienna's face twisted with anger as she tightened her fists. She had an intense urge to tear Vivian apart for her repulsive behavior.
Vivian had caused Daniel to suffer, yet shamelessly boasted about it in front of Sienna. If Daniel hadn't asked Sienna to refrain from confronting Vivian, Sienna would never have tolerated Vivian's behavior. Sienna was determined to follow Daniel's advice and be a supportive, understanding partner who wouldn't cause trouble for her family or Daniel.
She forced herself to look distressed, making tears well up in her eyes.
As Vivian observed Sienna's saddened expression, her animosity shifted into satisfaction, and she chuckled. "So, this is what you call love? How absurd."
Vivian's mocking laughter filled the air. The car door slammed shut, and the vehicle slowly drove off.
Sienna took a moment to compose
herself by the roadside before
hailing a taxi. Once seated inside, her mind drifted to Daniel. His
clothes were soaked through,, leaving him with no choice but to don the hospital gown.
She gave the driver the address, intending to visit Daniel's place to pick up some clean clothes for him. Half an hour later, she arrived at Daniel's house.
Sienna searched through his closet
and found a duffel bag. Taking a quick look at the clothes hanging inside, she noticed that while there weren't many, they were mostly in dult colors like black, white, or gray.
However, his physique lent itself well to any attire, and he looked handsome regardless of what he wore.
A faint smile spread across Sienna's face as she neatly folded a casual outfit into the bag. Later, she rummaged around for underwear and socks.
The cabinet had numerous drawers. She opened one randomly and discovered it was filled with men's accessories-cufflinks, ties, watches, pins-all neatly organized inside.
Among them was a black box that seemed to hold a ring. Intrigued, she picked it up and opened it, revealing a special ring.
At that moment, she felt a mix of nervousness and excitement wash over her. Could this be the engagement ring Daniel had been planning to give her?
She took it out, intending to try it on
her index finger. But halfway through, she stopped. The ring was too big. She attempted to put it on her thumb, but it still felt too loose.
Her heart sank. Hastily, she placed the ring back in its box and returned it to its original spot in the drawer.
Suddenly, a memory flooded back to her a conversation she'd had with Wanda a year ago. Wanda had confided that Daniel was a loyal man, deeply devoted to his ex-girlfriend.
Even though they had broken up long ago, he hadn't pursued any other romantic relationships. When he was rescued and discovered unconscious, he clung tightly to this ring. Realization struck Sienna. The ring must have been a present from Vivian to Daniel, explaining why he held onto it so dearly all this time.
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Chapter 745
Sienna was overwhelmed with conflicting emotions. She rummaged through drawers, hastily grabbing socks and underwear before shutting them abruptly and leaving in a rush.
An impulse to flee consumed her. She pushed the thought away, trying to distract herself. But the more she tried, the more she felt a painful prick in her heart.
Upon her return to the hospital ward, Daniel was already asleep. She carefully set down the duffel bag and sat on the bedside, watching over him.
Her eyes followed the slow drip of the IV, then drifted to his handsome, peaceful face. A tinge of sadness welled up within her.
Sienna couldn't comprehend why Daniel would cling to the ring Vivian had given him, even after the harm she had repeatedly inflicted on him.
Vivian had endangered Daniel's life before, and now she was causing him further suffering. Why did he still harbor feelings for her?
The more Sienna dwelled on it, the deeper her sorrow grew. Leaning against the bedside, she reached out instinctively to Daniel's hand, her movements gentle and deliberate as she intertwined her fingers with his.
A profound emptiness consumed her, leaving her feeling utterly insecure. She dreaded the possibility that Daniel might still hold affection for Vivian.
Feeling a gentle touch in his hand, Daniel slowly opened his eyes and found Sienna sleeping beside him, their hands intertwined.
A contented smile spread across his face. He hadn't expected her to return after being away for some time.
Filled with warmth and happiness, Daniel squeezed Sienna's hand tighter, feeling her presence soothing in the quiet hospital room. The sufferings he endured seemed insignificant with her by his side.
That night, as the drug's effects wore off, Daniel quickly arranged to leave the hospital. Sienna urged him to stay for another day of observation, but he declined.
At 4:00 am, Daniel had an important task awaiting him at the police station. He changed into the clothes Sienna had brought, then held her hand tightly as they exited the hospital.
They grabbed a quick meal before he escorted her home. Along the way, Daniel noticed a change in Sienna's mood. She appeared downcast and distant.
Standing together in the softly lit alley outside her building, the dim yellow glow surrounded them, causing their shadows to overlap.
Sienna looked down and murmured, "I'm heading back now. Take care."
Daniel quickly reached out as she turned, taking hold of her arm and drawing her into his embrace.
His gentle voice came above her head. "Is everything all right? You've seemed down since we left the hospital. Is there something on your mind?" With her cheek pressed against his chest, Sienna closed her eyes and shook her head.
"Are you sure everything's all right?"
"Yeah, I'm fine."
"Sisi, if anything's bothering you or if there's something you're struggling with, you need to tell me straight up. Keeping it inside will only make things harder for you. Get it?"
Sienna hummed in response.
"So, tell me. What's on your mind?". Daniel gently held her shoulders, creating a bit of space between
them. He looked into her eyes with a
sincere expression.
Sienna met his gaze, feeling her heart flutter. She found comfort in Daniel's straightforwardness. It was one of the reasons she trusted him so deeply.
She realized she wouldn't deserve his sincere love if she continued hiding her feelings and trying to figure everything out alone.
"Daniel, I stumbled upon a ring today while packing your clothes."
Daniel's expression shifted slightly. "The one in the black box?"
Sienna nodded with a heavy heart, her voice filled with disappointment. "Yes, it looked like a woman's ring, but it was quite big, like something you'd wear.
"You've held onto it for so long. Does it mean you still can't forget about Vivian?"
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Chapter 746
Daniel smiled warmly and calmly asked, "Are you upset because you think this ring was given to me by Vivian, and it's bothering you?" Sienna nodded, feeling dejected.
Unable to resist, Daniel kissed her forehead and embraced her with excitement. He held onto her tightly as he asked with a hoarse voice, "Sisi, do you also have feelings for me? Is that why you're bothered?" "Yes, I have feelings for you, Daniel. Could you please return the ring to Vivian? Can you stop keeping it?"
"Sisi, say it again," Daniel said eagerly.
"Please don't keep it anymore," Sienna repeated.
Daniel's breathing intensified as he anxiously said, "Not that sentence. The first one."
Sienna's cheeks instantly flushed. She nestled into his chest, hesitated briefly, then shyly repeated, "Daniel, I have feelings for you."
"I feel the same way," Daniel exclaimed, his spirits soaring. He whispered in her ear with a mesmerizing voice, "I love you, Sisi."
"But about the ring-"
Daniel quickly interjected, "The ring doesn't belong to Vivian."
Sienna looked up at him inquisitively. "Then whose is it?"
"Once, I was investigating a major drug trafficking case. I managed to apprehend many people and confiscate a significant amount of contraband. However, the mastermind behind it all remained elusive.
"This mysterious mastermind, Alex, swings both ways. The ring serves as a significant token he uses to select his sexual partners. Possessing it grants access to Alex's inner circle."
Sienna pushed Daniel away and stared at him with wide eyes. She struggled to believe what she had just heard. "You used your charm to get close to him?"
Daniel chuckled, gently patting her head. "I was chosen, but before I even had the chance to meet him face to face, my cover was blown."
"If your cover hadn't been blown, you would have..." Sienna trailed off, unable to bring herself to finish her sentence.
Daniel offered a helpless smile. "Where are your thoughts wandering off to? If I had met him back then, he'd probably be behind bars now." Intrigued, Sienna asked, "So, is he the top or the bottom?"
Daniel furrowed his brows, his expression darkening as he pondered her question.
"Then, is he male or female?" Sienna pressed further.
Daniel froze in surprise. Anxiously, he repeated, "Male or female?"
Sienna blinked her big, clear eyes and explained, "If Alex is the bottom, he's likely attracted to men like you-tall, strong, masculine, and intimidating. Tops usually aren't into men who are stronger than them.
"However, bottoms typically don't swing both ways. So, it's likely the person is a woman who likes cute, soft girls and also appreciates your rugged masculinity." Daniel suddenly perked up. He joyfully cupped Sienna's face and pecked her lips. "Thank you, Sisi."
"What's going on?"
"I've been investigating for years, but couldn't find him. Maybe I got the gender wrong and that might have caused me to miss many details in between." Sienna bashfully lowered her gaze, feeling a bit embarrassed. "I was just speculating. Don't let my words influence your investigation."
"They won't," Daniel reassured,
affectionately caressing her head, his eye's brimming with tenderness. "Sisi go home first. I'll come find you after I'm done with work."
Sienna reluctantly waved goodbye to him before making her way upstairs. As she reached the staircase landing, she glanced back and saw him standing under the streetlamp, watching her silently.
Catching her eye, Daniel offered a warm smile and waved once more.
Sienna returned the smile and quickened her pace up the stairs, not wanting to keep him waiting any longer.
Daniel kept his gaze fixed on Sienna until she vanished upstairs. After ensuring she returned home safely, he finally turned to leave.
The mission that night was both dangerous and vital.
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Chapter 747
Daniel headed to the police station and organized the team for their night operation. At 4:00 am, a large group of police officers raided the production area on the hill in the nearby town. Residents near the hill were woken up by the sound of gunfire in the middle of the night. As the sun rose, the blaring sirens of numerous police cars echoed throughout the area.
Sienna's Facebook feed was flooded with updates. Still half-asleep, she was jolted awake by Jane's phone call. Sienna answered the call in her dazed state.
Sounding excited as if she just downed an energy drink, Jane exclaimed, "Sienna, Sienna, hurry and get online! Check Facebook. Oh my goodness, we've got more big news from our area! Last night was so intense!"
"Our area?" Sienna sat up, rubbing her sleepy eyes.
Jane quickly corrected herself. "No, it's the next town over. You know, the one where they've fenced off the hill for film shoots. Gunshots and police sirens kept going off between four and five in the morning. It was intense."
Between four and five in the morning?
Sienna thought of Daniel. Without hesitation, she hung up on Jane and hurriedly dialed Daniel's phone. His phone was switched off. Sienna knew he never turned it on when he was on a mission.
Her heart raced with anxiety. Her drowsiness was all gone. She swiftly unlocked her phone and browsed the internet, searching for updates from people nearby. She worried all morning and repeatedly called Daniel.
By noon, Felix returned home, wearing a satisfied grin. As he poured himself a glass of water, he excitedly announced, "Sienna, Clement got caught. What goes around comes around."
"Clement got caught?" Sienna asked anxiously. "Was it by the anti-drug officers? Is Daniel okay? Is he safe?"
"Your boyfriend is fine. I just saw Captain Morrison and some officers taking Clement into custody outside the hotel where he was staying," Felix replied.
The weight that had burdened
Sienna's heart all morning finally lifted. She sighed with relief. "Once Clement is convicted, it's either the death penalty or life imprisonment, right? You don't need to worry about the debt you owe him anymore."
"Yeah, he's getting what he deserves," Felix said eagerly.
Sienna calmly advised, "Take this as a lesson. Never gamble again and stay grounded."
Felix grabbed an apple from the table, sinking into the couch as he took a bite. With his phone in hand, he navigated to a gaming app and remarked indifferently, "You're even more of a nag than Mom." "I'm doing this for your good."
"Got it."
Sienna grabbed her electric scooter
keys, took her bag, and headed out. "I'm off to do some grocery & shopping. And please, try to spend less time on your phone. Hang up the laundry from the washing machine, all right?"
Felix was too absorbed in his game. He barely registered her words as he muttered, "Yeah. Yeah."
Sienna headed downstairs and entered the communal garage on the first floor. She pushed out her electric scooter and rode off. Feeling the spring breeze against her face, her spirits lifted.
She cruised leisurely out of the
narrow alley, intending to turn onto the main road when suddenly, a van parked at the corner swung its door open. Two masked men burst out of it and forcefully yanked Sienna off her scooter.
Sienna was overcome with fear. She didn't even have a chance to scream before one of the men clamped his hand over her mouth. Swiftly, they hoisted her into the van.
The door of the van slammed shut with a resounding thud. The ordeal unfolded within a mere minute, and the van swiftly sped away from the scene.
Sienna's electric scooter lay abandoned on its side by the roadside. Not a single soul was there to witness the scene.
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Chapter 748
The police had been working on a crackdown for a month and finally succeeded today. They found a significant drug cultivation site in the mountains, along with raw materials, and confiscated two tons of illicit goods.
Daniel was swamped dealing with the situation.
Meanwhile, Clement had been caught by the authorities. He was the investor of the film and TV production base.
Clement stayed quiet, not uttering a single word. He couldn't get out on bail even with his lawyer's efforts. He sat in a small cell of the interrogation room.
Daniel urged, "Clement, it's time to tell the truth. Keeping silent won't do you any favors. Even if you don't speak up, the evidence we're collecting will lead to your conviction."
Clement smiled, not showing any sign of panic. He remained calm and collected. Despite the police's persistent questioning, he refused to speak.
Suddenly, Finley swung open the door to the interrogation room and called out, "Captain Morrison, could you step out for a moment?"
As Daniel was about to leave, Clement spoke unexpectedly, "Daniel, I'm just a regular investor. I have no involvement with drugs. You have to release me."
Daniel's expression darkened as he turned back to Clement.
In return, Clement smirked, his demeanor icy.
The moment when Daniel exited and shut the door, Finley anxiously said, "Captain Morrison, Felix is here to report something."
"Felix?" Daniel's brow furrowed with concern.
Finley nodded.
Daniel hurried outside, visibly flustered. "What's happened?"
"His sister is missing."
As Finley finished, Daniel dashed off in a hurry. He pulled out his phone from his pocket while running and finally switched on the device he had kept off all day. Missed calls and messages flooded in, including some from Felix.
Daniel panted slightly, his expression grave as he reached the police reporting area.
Felix rose from his seat upon spotting Daniel, seeming even more distressed. "Captain Morrison-"
Daniel was frantic. "What's happened to Sienna?"
Felix looked at Daniel with teary eyes, his voice trembling as he explained, "Sienna went out this morning to buy groceries and hasn't returned. Her electric scooter is left abandoned by the roadside, but there's no sign of her-"
A nearby officer interjected, "Captain Morrison, we've just retrieved some surveillance footage. Take a look."
Daniel approached the computer, leaning forward with his hands flat on the desk, his eyes revealing his profound worry. Anxious lines etched his face as he stared at the screen.
It had been ten hours since Sienna disappeared.
Turning to Felix, Daniel asked, "Any ransom calls?"
Felix shook his head, his expression somber. "My mom's already aware of Sienna's disappearance, and she's emotionally distraught. She's been in tears at home."
Daniel stood upright and demanded with fury, "Why wait until now to report it?"
Felix's guilt gnawed at him as he stammered, "S-Sienna was gone for half of the day. I figured she'd gone out for some fun and would be back later, so I didn't think anything of it.
"But then, in the evening, our
neighbor rushed over in a panic, telling us she'd found Sienna's electric scooter abandoned by the roadside. She noticed Sienna's key was still attached when she held up the scooter. That's when I realized I needed to report it."
Daniel felt both frustrated and sad. He pressed his hand against his forehead, feeling speechless at Felix's actions.
Sienna was usually composed and reserved. Daniel couldn't understand how Felix could assume she was out enjoying herself when she had actually disappeared while on a simple grocery run.
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Chapter 749
Daniel was incredulous that Felix had remained unconcerned for an entire day. It wasn't until his neighbor informed him that he considered contacting the police. With a heavy sigh, Daniel immediately reached for his phone to check for the missed calls from that day. As expected, there was one from an unknown number.
He passed his phone to a colleague, saying, "Help me trace this number."
His colleague appeared confused. "Are you certain this could be the abductor?"
"I'm not sure. Let's find out," Daniel replied.
Sienna had been missing for a day. Since neither Felix nor Shelly had received any calls from the abductor, it seemed apparent that the target was Daniel.
The police swiftly took the phone to the monitoring room, with Daniel bringing Felix along. Once there, they hooked up the phone to the equipment.
Felix gazed at the large, complex instruments before him, unsure what they were for. He waited anxiously.
Meanwhile, the police held their breath as they watched Daniel dial the unknown number. The phone's connecting tone rang several times, but there was no answer before the call abruptly ended.
Just as everyone was feeling disappointed, the unknown number suddenly called back. Daniel's heart pounded and he shared nervous glances with his colleagues.
With the monitoring equipment activated, the police signaled Daniel to answer the call.
Daniel switched the phone to speaker mode before answering the call. With a composed tone, he asked, "Hello? Who's calling?"
As soon as he picked up, the computer screen displayed a location.
A voice, deliberately distorted by a voice changer, came through the phone. "Daniel, let Clement go if you want to see your girlfriend alive."
Felix's face went pale, and he anxiously covered his mouth.
Meanwhile, the police quickly left the monitoring room upon pinpointing the location, wasting no time rescuing Sienna.
Daniel kept a faint smile and stayed calm. "What's this supposed to be? My girlfriend's safe at home."
The line fell silent on the other end of the phone. Then, Sienna's anguished screams came piercing through the silence.
As Daniel heard Sienna's cries, it felt like a barrage of arrows hitting him. He couldn't breathe, his face twisted in agony. He gripped the phone so tight that his veins bulged.
Despite his ragged breaths, Daniel's
voice remained calm. "Listen closely. If you want Clement returned unharmed, Sienna must remain
safe. If she even gets a minor injury, Clement's life will be in danger."
"Bring Clement to us in one hour," the voice on the other end said casually, "And as for the address, I'm guessing you've already found it. There's no need for me to repeat, right?"
Daniel's expression darkened further.
The police, who were monitoring the location, watched Daniel in disbelief.
Without wasting a moment, Daniel swiftly departed, with Felix trailing right after him.
Daniel hurriedly walked away and firmly instructed, "Go home and look after your mother. Stop following me."
"But Sienna" Felix sounded worried.
"I'll make sure she's safe. Just go home and wait for updates."
Felix stayed rooted in place.
Daniel had already vanished down the lengthy corridor.
Several police cars raced out of the station one after another, speeding toward the location that had been identified.
Sienna was trapped on an old, abandoned yacht by the seaside. She endured a full day of captivity without any food or water.
Her eyes were covered with a
blindfold, her limbs bound, and her
mouth sealed shut with duct tape. In the background of roaring waves, she could hear the sounds of men laughing and chatting.
During the few hours of her capture, she endured the harassment of her captors and was forcibly stripped of her clothes.
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Chapter 750
Sienna fought back fiercely with all her strength, but eventually, she was brutally beaten. Just as she was about to be sexually assaulted by the savages, the sudden sound of gunfire rang out nearby. The air filled with the deafening echoes of shots. Afterward, an eerie silence descended and the smell of blood hung heavy in the air.
Someone gently adjusted her clothes and fastened her buttons with care. Though she couldn't see them, she sensed the tenderness in their actions. Those warm hands softly wiped away her tears. A strange voice, altered by a voice changer, came. "Don't be afraid. Those scumbags are gone. Make some noise in a bit, and your boyfriend will come to save you."
With that, the person made a call to Daniel.
Sienna heard Daniel's voice but refrained from making a sound, fearing that his rescue attempt might lead him into danger.
Unexpectedly, the person tore off the duct tape from her mouth and firmly pressed on her bruised and swollen body.
Sienna cried out in pain. She knew Daniel would definitely come to her rescue. While the fear of death consumed her, her greatest dread was the thought of losing Daniel. Anxiety and dread flooded her mind. After the duct tape was torn away, Sienna felt the warmth of a hand gently stroking her cheek. A finger suggestively traced over her lips, and a particular scent drifted from the hand.
"You're beautiful. It's no surprise Daniel is so in love with you. With a girlfriend as stunning as you, would Daniel be able to handle it if these scumbags ended up hurting you? Don't worry, sweetheart. I won't harm you today."
Sienna remained silent, trembling with fear.
Suddenly, a man's voice rang out. "Alex, the police have arrived."
Sienna felt the hand on her cheek withdraw, its presence fading along with the echoing footsteps.
Meanwhile, the wail of police sirens grew louder, amplifying the tension gripping Sienna's body. She fervently prayed for Daniel's safety.
Sienna sensed that she was alone, surrounded by a heavy blanket of silence Yet, she refrained from making any noise because she was uncertain if someone might still be nearby.
With a blindfold covering her eyes, Sienna could only hear the chaos of gunfire and explosions outside, Her heart constricted as fear
overwhelmed her, leaving he feeling utterly terrified and powerless.
All she could do was wait for rescue.
After a period of intense gunfire, the world fell silent. The abrupt sound of a door being forcefully kicked open echoed throughout the room. Overcame with fear, Sienna huddled into the corner.
"Sisi."
At the sound of Daniel's voice,
Sienna's tense nerves, strained over the past ten hours, instantly relaxed. Her heart swelled with relief, and joyful tears streamed down her face.
"Daniel..."
Daniel hurried to her side, swiftly untying the ropes that bound her hands and feet and removing the blindfold covering her eyes.
Sienna collapsed into his arms, crying openly for the first time in front of him. She shook with a mix of sorrow and relief.
Daniel held her tightly and stroked her back, his deep voice gently soothing her. "Don't be afraid, Sisi. It's okay now. It's all over. I'll take you home."
Daniel lifted her.
It was then that Sienna's gaze fell upon three lifeless bodies sprawled on the floor of the room where she had been held captive.