Chapter 52

• "I trust you one last time to make the right decision and bring my daughter back safely. Just please, don't let me down." Kiera mumbled as tears streamed down her face. It broke my heart to see her in such anguish.
• I wrapped my arms around her, and to my surprise, Kiera didn't resist my touch. She leaned into my embrace, seeking comfort and solace. It was a small glimmer of hope that maybe, just maybe, she was starting to trust me again.
• "You should take some rest," I whispered softly. "I promise I will do everything in my power to bring her back safely." Kiera nodded weakly, her tears subsiding slightly as she allowed herself to believe in the possibility of a positive outcome. With a heavy heart, I gently guided her towards the nearby couch, urging her to lie down and find some much-needed rest.