Chapter 12

As soon as the sack enveloped her head,Evelina's senses sharpened instantly.

Evelina had faced hardships from a young age, often targeted by bullies in the orphanage due to her slight build. Determined, she immersed herself in combat training,eventually becoming a champion.

Handling a couple of minor thugs was hardly a challenge.

However, a comment they made while seizing her piqued her interest. "Didn't expect her to be hotter than her picture. It's our lucky night, huh?"

It was evident that the attack was planned. Someone had provided her photo to these thugs; someone was plotting her disappearance.

Thus, Evelina ceased her struggles. It was crucial to discover who was bold enough to target her in this small community.

They shoved her into a battered old van and drove off, the ride dragging on for what felt like thirty minutes. From the movements of the van, she could tell they'd left the heart of the city and headed straight for the outskirts.

Her familiarity with the local roads, honed by countless grocery trips in a feeble vehicle while caring for Cary, served her well now. she knew the city's roads like the back of her hand.

Throughout the journey, she meticulously tracked each maneuver and pause at the traffic lights. When the vehicle ceased moving, she had deduced a probable location.

The assailants dragged her from the van and secured her wrists behind her. She adopted a facade of fear,her voice quivering.

"P-please, where have you taken me? What is the reason for this?"

Evelina's gaze swiftly surveyed the area, strategizing her quickest route to freedom.

"Sweetheart, there's no need to fear," said one of the thugs, his lips curling into a smirk as he licked them."We're escorting you to a delightful place-it'll have you shouting for joy."

Grimy hands gripped her shoulders, pushing her forward toward a desolate, crumbling factory.

She pushed her way through the tall, tangled weeds, still keeping up the act."Please, spare me! If ransom is what you desire,my wealthy husband will satisfy any demand."

The thugs only chuckled dismissively. "We're not here for your money. We want you."

Undeterred, Evelina replied, "Consider this-I'm pregnant. A pregnant woman won't command a high price. However, my husband would pay handsomely for my safe return."

This information caused them to hesitate. "Damn,"one muttered. "Mr. Reid didn't mention she was pregnant. What's our next move?"

Evelina seized on the mention of a name. "Mr. Reid? Is he someone significant?"

Believing Evelina's fate was sealed, the thugs dropped their guard. "You've never heard of Mr. Reid?" one mocked. "He's the sole son of the Reid family heir from the west side of Aglonard-a bigwig. He's also tight with Miss Margot Gibson. You upset a person you shouldn'thave, sweetheart. To cross her of all people..."

One of the thugs laughed softly. "Miss Gibson wants you gone permanently. But we? We're not as heartless. We don't like the idea of ending you like that..."

Margot Gibson was behind this? Shock seized Evelina's breath. The revelation was almost too much to grasp.

For the past three years, she had loyally served the Gibson household-as a devoted wife, a compliant daughter-in-law,and a respectful sister-in-law. She had fulfilled every expectation flawlessly.

She had always perceived Margot as merely a sharp-tongued, petty, and spoiled individual. But a desire to see her dead?

Evelina's hands slowly balled into fists. Alright then. If this was the battle to be fought,she was ready.

"We've arrived!" exclaimed another thug. He pushed her towards a decaying doorway, the foul odor assaulting her senses first.

At the rusted metal door stood another man,keychain clinking as he appraised Evelina with a lascivious gaze,his eyes lingering greedily.

"Wow, tonight's catch is exceptional. Each woman is more attractive than the last."

Hold on. Evelina's gaze sharpened. There were more victims?

She had been gearing up to confront them head-on -yet,she hesitated at this new information. The man who had manhandled her kicked the doorman sharply. "Stop staring. This one's pregnant Let Mr. Reid figure out her fate."

The doorman scoffed. "So? Her being pregnant doesn't mean she can't provide some entertainment."He smirked, unlocking the door.

Evelina was pushed through the door with force.

As soon as she entered, a chorus of terrified screams greeted her. The room, dimly lit by a flickering yellow bulb, revealed two young women cowering in the corner, their wrists secured behind them.

Both appeared no older than twenty, and strikingly beautiful.

One girl glanced up at Evelina, her expression vacant and distant-she was blind.

"Enough noise!" the guard shouted from behind them "You'll have plenty of time to scream later."

With a loud clang, he secured the door.

Outside, their laughter was harsh and mocking. "I've picked the most attractive one. That waist, that figure -she's going to be unforgettable. The blind girl is for Pockmark. And you, Big Nose, you get what's left.Hahaha!"