Shattered Illusions Love Lies and Redemption (Lizetta and Remington) novel Chapter 1276

A radiant smile broke across Lizetta's face. "Alright. Just make sure you get a room ready for your great-grandson. We'll be back soon."

She turned and ran into the roaring wind of the helipad.

Joy, don't be afraid. Mommy is coming.

Meanwhile, in Zion City.

More than a dozen tactical vehicles idled silently on the perimeter of the locked-down blocks, waiting for the command to strike.

Ray stared intently at the tablet in his hands, his brow furrowed as he pointed to a specific grid.

"Remington, I strongly suspect this sector is our best bet. It's a chaotic shantytown. Half the alleys don't have security cameras, and the population is a transient mess. It's the perfect breeding ground for these kinds of rats to hide. Plus, a lot of the structures are illegal builds loaded with hidden basements and attics. It makes concealing a hostage and organizing an escape incredibly easy..."

When executing a search grid, hitting the most probable target first was vital.

If they missed on the first strike and alerted the kidnappers, Joy's life would be in immediate peril.

Even though the Dashiell family's private forces and the local police had effectively sealed the entire perimeter to prevent any escape...

A cornered rat was deadly. If they couldn't neutralize the kidnappers instantly, the situation could easily spiral into a fatal standoff with Joy in the crosshairs.

The targeted zone was uniquely divided. On one side sat a crumbling, unrenovated shantytown; directly across a small river stood a highly developed new district featuring luxury apartments and high-end villas.

Ray was absolutely convinced the kidnappers were holed up in the slums.

However, Remington offered no response.

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