Chapter 38

By 7:15 PM, they were getting ready to call it quits when suddenly, a message popped up on the screen: "Bruno, did I keep you waiting? I was too busy enjoying watching my guy pound Stephano to a pulp. Lost track of time, my bad. Truly sorry I missed our 6 o'clock date."

As Don Bruno pondered his response, Patricia wasted no time. She was laser-focused on locating her father's transmission site. With so many experts watching her every move, she couldn't afford any slip-ups. Her fingers danced across the keyboard as she maneuvered the satellites. Glancing at Don Bruno, she urged him, "You gotta respond."

"William, I can't change the past. My ego got the best of me, leading to these messes. All I want is my son back, and I'll do whatever it takes, even if it means laying down my life. I'll cough up any amount of cash, go anywhere you say, all by myself. I'll ensure your safety for life. Just give me this shot. Brun