Chapter 96

Just as Ryan and Cassandra were speaking, a commotion erupted at the entrance of Royal Skyline Tower. A line of security guards emerged first, followed by a large wave of reporters armed with long lenses and cameras. Then came the police, firefighters, and crisis negotiators. Finally, at the center of it all, a man and a woman appeared. They were escorted by security on all sides. "They're out! They're out!" someone shouted. The crowd surged forward in excitement immediately. Everyone was pushing in for a better view, except Ryan and Cassandra, who remained standing quietly where they were. Their three dogs, sensing their owner's mood, didn't misbehave. Instead, they sat obediently by Cassandra's side, pressing against her legs for warmth. A black sedan slowly pulled up to the roadside. Harold stepped out quickly and rushed forward to shield Cameron and Annabelle, helping the police clear a path. As the group passed by, the crowd jostled forward. Cassandra stumbled, but Ryan rea