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< Chapter 51 Desperate Me + Points Chapter 51 : Desperate Measures - 2 But Connor's brow creased sharply as he joined us . His ice - blue eyes had darkened with suspicion . " My father's already reviewing the security tapes , " I added anxiously . " Let's split up and search , and send more people to help . " Suddenly , a collective gasp rippled through the crowd . Everyone's heads whipped toward the giant electronic screen that dominated one wall of the hall .

Originally set to show engagement videos and photos of Connor and me , it now displayed a horrifying sight : Grace tied to a chair , screaming and sobbing helplessly . " Daddy , Mommy , Sister , where are you ? " she waited , her little face contorted with terror . " Wuu wuu , I want Mommy ! Bad uncles took me , please save me ! " Natalie's legs buckled beneath her , eyes rolling back as she nearly fainted .

I rushed to steady her , my own heart pounding with fear Natalie sobbed uncontrollably against my shoulder . " Olivia … what do we do … If Grace dies , I don't want to live either … " Despair and disbelief rippled through the gathered crowd . Murmurs of shock and horror filled the air as everyone stared at the screen in disbelief . Katherine's composed facade cracked slightly. " How could this happen ? Everyone here is a trusted guest . How could someone kidnap Grace ?

" Connor's face darkened to a dangerous shade . " It was Vanessa . She just called me . " The words hit me like a physical blow . " Vanessa ? " I gasped , shock coursing through me . My mind raced with implications . " Where is she ? She's coming after me ! We must find her now ! Let me talk to her ! " As Connor took out his phone to call , the hall speakers suddenly crackled to life .

Vanessa's voice , cold and clear , filled the space : " Olivia Winters , if you want your sister alive , come to the rooftop . " 1/3 < Chapter 51 Desperate Me +8 Points > I froze for half a heartbeat , the words sinking in . Then panic propelled me forward as I bolted for the elevators . Connor swiftly caught up and gripped my arm tightly . " Liv , don't go . It's dangerous ! " Tears trembled on my lashes as I turned to face him . " I have to ! Vanessa is targeting me .

If I don't go , Grace will be hurt . I can't risk my sister's life . " " First , we alert the police , " Connor insisted , his voice calm but forceful . I struggled against his grip . " You call them , but don't stop me ! Every second I delay , Grace's danger grows . She's innocent - she's only targeted because of me . I won't watch her die because of me ! " My desperation cracked my voice as I fought fiercely to break free . Connor's grip tightened , his tone rising .

" And you think risking your own life is acceptable ? " Just then , Frank Langley rushed over breathlessly . His normally composed face was flushed with urgency . " Mr. Rivers , we've located Vanessa Reed and Grace Winters . They're on the rooftop along with two unknown men . " " Only three people ? " Connor's eyes narrowed, wary of a trap . " Yes , sir . Police are already on their way , " Frank confirmed with a quick nod . Connor's mind visibly raced as he issued swift orders .

" Mobilize all our security to the rooftop . " He turned to me , his ice - blue eyes intense . " Liv , you must stay calm . Vanessa wants you to walk into her trap . Promise me you won't . " My hands shook violently , terror flooding through me . " I … " Before I could finish , shrill screams pierced the hall . Everyone's gaze jerked to the screen once more . The image had changed . Now Vanessa pressed a gleaming silver dagger to Grace's delicate neck .

Her face was twisted into a chilling smile as she stared straight into the camera . ||| O 2 Chapter 51 Desperate Me +8 Points 2 " Olivia Winters , " her voice dripped venom , " I give you five minutes . If you don't come , your sister will die in your place ! " Almost before the last syllable faded , I had broken free and was sprinting full speed toward the rooftop . Comments Watch Ads ( 0/20 ) > Vote 425 山