Chapter 8
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Urban
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The master bedroom door was slightly ajar, shrouded in darkness. Xander stood outside, his long fingers gripping the doorknob, hesitating inexplicably before pushing it open.
The sound of the rain grew louder, pulling his thoughts back.
Xander pushed the door open: "Jenna." But there was no response from inside.
The bed was neatly made, with the two pillows close together as they always were, but no one was there.
Xander stood by the door for a moment before stepping inside.
The lights brightly illuminated the room. Everything looked familiar as it always is.
Even the bottles and containers on her dressing table were casually placed as usual.
However, on the countertop, there were several bank cards and a note.
His heart suddenly sank. He picked up the note and unfolded it. There is only a few words on it:
"Mr. Northbrook:
Thank you for your care over the past two years.
I wish you peace and happiness.
Jenna."
Xander slowly put down the paper, his reflection visible in the mirror.
His expression was stern, detached, with no sign of turmoil, yet only he knew the rage churning inside him, nearly bursting forth.
He always managed to keep his emotions concealed, always composed and restrained.
But if Jenna were in front of him at that moment, he felt he would undoubtedly lose control and 'handle' her to her knees.
Xander turned and walked out. Downstairs, his secretary, assistant, and house servants waited silently.
Without lifting his eyes, he coldly ordered his secretary, "Replace all the villa's staff."
"Mr. Northbrook..."
"I don't keep idlers or useless things."
He spoke indifferently, glancing over the startled faces before him.
Then, lowering his gaze, he leisurely took off his watch, flexing his wrist.
His voice grew colder: "If she comes back completely unharmed,you could consider yourselves lucky."
"If a single hair is missing from her, you know the consequences."
Xander then walked out. The sound of the rain was tumultuous, and the people could only faintly hear one last instruction: "Contact the Civil Aviation Authority, find out exactly where she is now."