Chapter 12 - Before dangerous intruders can escape the lavish estate grounds, a heartbroken father discovers the breathtaking truth about his long lost daughter and brave maid.
Suddenly, the red emergency warning lights on the kitchen ceiling began to flash violently, casting a crimson hue across the room.
The intercom system crackled to life, broadcasting the frantic voice of the head estate security operator from the gatehouse.
"Boss! We've got multiple unmarked black SUVs ramming the main security gates without authorization!" the operator shouted over gunfire sounds.
Nathan’s face turned into stone as he grabbed his secure satellite phone from his black suit jacket pocket with lightning speed.
"Private mercenaries hired by Eleanor's syndicate contacts to eliminate any witnesses before the federal marshals arrive," Nathan deduced instantly.
Clara pulled Lily tightly against her chest, her protective instincts flaring up with the intensity of a wild tigress defending her cub.
"Take Lily down to the subterranean panic room behind the pantry, Nathan; I'm not running away anymore," Clara demanded bravely.
"We go together, Clara; I am not letting you out of my sight for even a single second ever again," Nathan vowed fiercely.
He handed Clara a heavy service pistol he had unlocked from the counter safe, watching her check the magazine with expert precision.
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"Where did you learn how to handle a firearm?" Nathan asked, a flicker of surprise crossing his exhausted, handsome face.
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