Chapter 1404

After settling things with Abigail, Helen returned to the house to meet Melody. The strain of Cameron's disappearance in recent days had taken a significant toll on Melody—she couldn't eat or sleep, resulting in noticeable weight loss and a distinct graying of her hair. Seeing her in such a state made Helen's heart ache. She stayed with Melody, urging her to eat a little and helping her get some much-needed rest. Just as Helen finished tucking her in, her phone buzzed with an anonymous text. "Cameron is with me. If you want to save him, come to Atlas Factory on the outskirts of the city alone within an hour." Reaching the countryside would take at least 40 minutes, and with traffic, there was no way she could arrive in time. It was clear that whoever sent the message was trying to pressure her, leaving no opportunity for a coordinated response. After a moment's reflection, Helen went back to her room, grabbed a micro GPS tracker, and headed toward the outskirts of the city. At