Xavier's POV

"I'll only let her go in one condition," Antonio said.

"What do you want?" I asked.

"I want 15 million dollars, no police involved. Trust me I'll find out. I'll send you the address to where you should drop the money, no surprises." He instructed. "With your net worth it shouldn't be that hard," Antonio said.

Before I could say anything else, he hung up the phone.

"You have to save her," Lynne sobbed.

My phone fell out of my hands falling onto the tiles. I picked it up, not a single scratch on it.

I shouldn't have fallen into his trap, once again, I fell for it.

I rushed out of the house, the door following behind me. I needed to get to the bank, whatever it takes I'm going to save her.

I rushed into my car and drove to the bank exceeding the speed limit.

I'm so mad at myself, how could I be such a fool. I should have known something was wrong, the way she spoke that day, she sounded a bit frightened. If I had bothered to investigate more maybe this wouldn't be happening today, this would all be over.

I parked my car in their allocated parking lot.

I made a phone call to the bank manager booking an appointment. I didn't have the time to wait in line plus I always preferred special attention.

His assistant was already waiting for me.

"We've been expecting you sir," his assistant said.

She was dressed in the usual dress code, a black pencil skirt with a white blouse.
The name Mara was written on her name tag.

"This way sir," she said.

She led the way as we sped walked to his office, although she looked like she was running, having a hard time catching up.

By the time we got to his office, she was breathless.

"Mr. Kingsley, welcome." the bank manager Mr. Reynolds said.

Welcoming me in, he gestured for me to take a seat.

"Thank you," I said.

"Mr Kingsley, I can't help but wonder why you requested for such a large amount of money in cash. Is anything wrong?" he asked.

"Nothing at all," I said trying to sound convincing.

After some paperwork he finally handed me the money in a briefcase.

"Do you need someone from our security team to accompany you?" Mr Reynolds offered.

"No thank you, I'll take it from here." I said

We exchanged handshakes as he gave me his final good-byes.

Walking out, I couldn't help but notice people turn in my direction.

I looked at my phone, no messages yet from Antonio.

I got into my car and drove back to the house. There was nothing I could do until Antonio gave me further instructions. I wouldn't want to risk Cassie's life by doing something stupid.

Walking into the house Lynne was still sitting on the couch frantically biting her nails, Ethan still pacing up and down.

"Did you get it?" Lynne asked.

I nodded.

I threw myself onto the couch taking deep breaths, trying to convince myself that everything was going to be alright.

"Doesn't anyone else think we should involve the police in this?" Benjamin asked.

"By doing that we will be putting Cassie in danger," I say.

"I'm sure the police know how to handle situations like these. I think we should still call them," Benjamin insisted.

"Antonio is a psychopath and unpredictable. It's better we play by his rules," Ethan said.

Benjamin stopped insisting but still maintaining a doubtful expression.

Too impatient to wait, I dialled Antonio's number, but this time you wasn't answering. It went straight to voicemail. After a couple more tries he finally answered.

"I assume you have the money," he said in his usual sardonic tone.

"Yes," I said

"Good, I'll text you the address." he said.

As soon as he hung up, I saw his message pop up on my screen with the address.

Getting up to leave, I took the briefcase on my way out.

"Be careful!" Lynne yelled as I walked out.

I got into my car and drove to the address.

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Cassandra's POV

I felt a rough hand on my shoulder shaking me awake.

"It's time to get you, the fun is just about to begin." Antonio said.

I opened my eyes adjusting to my surrounding.

We were now in a hotel room. Antonio decided on moving since they almost got our location last time.

The hotel was an old building with hardly any security not to mention cameras, at least their food was good.

I set up straight on the bed.

"Come on, Xavier is coming to fetch you. He's in for a surprise." He says rubbing his hands together

He has held me here for so long, I don't know how long it's been anymore.

I stood up from the bed then adjusted my dress.

Looking at the mirror, opposite the bed, my hair looked like a giant bird nest and a few bags under my eyes.

Not bothered by my appearance, I left it in its giant massive bomb.

"Let's go," Antonio said.

He intertwined his hand with mine. To everyone here, we were a couple.

I tried pulling my hand away from his, disgusted my his sweaty palms. I failed after he tightened his grip on my hand.

He open the door for me.
I walked out of the room, Antonio closing the door after me. As we walked down the hall way, I felt eyes turning to us. I wanted to scream for them to help me.

On our way out, we bumped into one of the maids.

"Taking my wife for her checkup," Antonio said.

She nodded at us then continued walking.

With Antonio threatening me all the time, escaping is never an option.

Antonio wore his shades and a cap attempting to cover up his identity.

Even though Antonio is an ass-whole, he still managed to take me for a few checkups.

We walked to the dark underground parking lot in silence, Antonio still holding my hand.

He stopped in front of a rusty old white coated truck then opened the car door for me. He gestured for me to get in, so I did.

He got into the car and started driving

I turned my gaze towards the window feeling helpless as always. I don't know when last I walked on those streets freely.

I don't know how many days have gone by, but I should be giving birth any day from now.

Soon we stopped at a old wrecked house, with tall trees and a fence around it.

"We here," Antonio said cheerful.

He walked me out of the car holding a tight grip on my arm.

"He should be here any second," Antonio said looking down at his watch walking us into the yard.

We stopped behind a tree.

Antonio took out his gun which had tucked under his belt, he started adding more bullets.

My heart started beating faster as his grin grew wider.

After some minutes, we saw a car approaching from a distance. As it came closer, I realised it was Xavier.

"He's here," Antonio said rubbing his hands together.

I watched Xavier get out of his car holding a briefcase.

Antonio pulled my hand, walking away from the tree making it easier for Xavier to spot us.

Xavier looked at me down heartedly, unable to look me in the eye.

"I have what you asked for, now hand her over," Xavier said.

For a moment I felt like an object, one that could just be exchanged for money.

"Not so fast." Antonio said. "Open the briefcase,"

Xavier opened the briefcase, my eyes widened at the site of the amount of money in there.

Antonio loosened his grip on my hand and took out his gun. He started scanning through the money, making sure it was all there.

"Good," Antonio said.

Antonio grabbed my arm again and threw me into Xavier's arms.

"Thanks for the cash," Antonio said closing the briefcase.

He picked the briefcase up then walked away

"Oh, one more thing." Antonio said stopping in his tracks from a distance.

Before Xavier and I could react, Antonio raised his hand, pointed his gun then pulled the trigger.

Xavier yelled in pain as he fell to the ground. Xavier was shot.

Antonio grinned, my body going into panic.

Xavier's white shirt was now soaked in blood.

I fell to my knees, Xavier laying on the ground helpless. I held his head up as he struggled to breath.

"Please stay with me," I sobbed.

I checked his pulse. His heart was still beating, slowly.

I felt a sudden gush of liquid in between my legs. I looked down at my dress.

My water just broke!

"Goodbye," Antonio yelled sardonically.

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A/N: Hope you enjoyed the chapter.

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