Chapter 31 - THE CALL FROM ZURICH
Before Lucas could utter a single word, his black smartphone on the patio table began to vibrate violently, its screen illuminating with an international call from Zurich, Switzerland.
Nataly looked at the glowing screen, then up at Lucas, her hand trembling as she squeezed his arm tightly. "Lucas... don't answer it."
Detective Reed immediately reached for his tablet, attempting to trace the incoming satellite signal. "The call is heavily encrypted through three European military servers, Lucas! It's completely untraceable!"
Lucas stood motionless for three agonizing seconds, staring at the ringing phone as the heavy pocket watch felt cold and heavy in his hand.
Liam and Noah ran onto the patio from the living room, holding their wooden toy train, completely unaware of the dark shadow creeping over their home once again.
"Daddy, look at our train!" Liam cheered happily.
Lucas took a deep, trembling breath, looking at his wife and sons with fierce determination. He reached out his hand and pressed the answer button on his smartphone, raising it slowly to his ear.
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A smooth, mature woman's voice spoke through the speaker, carrying a cold, commanding tone that sent an icy shiver straight down Lucas's spine.
"Hello, my beloved son... it's time for you to learn who really rules the Vance empire."
