Chapter 551

Under my cold, unyielding gaze, Vivian finally calmed herself. Swallowing her sobs, she spoke, "Dad… I've been kidnapped." The other end of the line went silent instantly. A few seconds later, Murphy's deep voice emerged. It carried a hint of hostility. "Who are they? What do they want?" Vivian glanced at me. At my signal, she choked back tears and replied, "T-they want you to hand over Evelyn's son, Zach. If you don't… they'll kill me…" A cold chuckle came from the phone. "How ridiculous! All of this fuss because of a child? Tell them to keep dreaming. My daughter isn't someone they can intimidate so easily." I snatched the phone over and spoke in an icy voice, "Murphy, I've heard much about you. Your daughter's life is in my hands now. I suggest you don't try anything funny. You better cooperate and hand over the boy. Otherwise, don't blame me for what happens next." There was a long pause. Just as I thought he might refuse, Murphy's voice returned, now laced with sinister u