Chapter 93. Torment

Nathan paced back and forth in the living room, his nerves tightly wound as he awaited news from the police. Each passing second felt like an eternity, filled with uncertainty and worry for his sister's safety. Gerard sat nearby, his expression mirroring Nathan's concern.

Finally, the lead officer entered the room, his face grim and troubled. Nathan's heart sank as he read the unease in the officer's eyes.

"We didn't find Yvette at the location where the tracker led us," the lead officer began, his voice tinged with disappointment. "It seems we were set up, and it was a deliberate attempt to mislead us."

Nathan's shoulders slumped as he absorbed the news. It was a heavy blow, realizing that their hopes had been dashed once again. He clenched his fists, frustration and anger bubbling inside him.

"But," the officer continued, interrupting the heavy silence, "we did search thoroughly, and unfortuna