Chapter 18

Ethan's last shred of hope finally collapsed. Zachary asked the same question about Lynette every single day. "Mr. Wright, it seems someone is deliberately concealing Mrs. Wright's whereabouts. And we have no authority in Kingsbridge. It has made things difficult." Zachary's expression darkened instantly. "I didn't hire you to explain the problem; I hired you to solve it." Cold sweat broke across Ethan's forehead. Thinking fast, he blurted, "Mr. Wright, since you're heading to Kingsbridge for that case, maybe you could meet with someone from Langford Group. They're the most influential corporation locally. If their CEO helps us, we may finally have a lead." Zachary fell silent for a long moment before saying, "Let's do that. Book me a flight for tonight." Ethan sighed in relief at Zachary's response and hurried out. Alone in the office, Zachary stared at Lynette's photograph on his desk. The edges of the frame had faded where his fingers had worn it smooth—clear evidence of how o