They stayed that way for a couple of minutes before he left.
Lucinda walked back to the ward.
Aldric had gone to handle some work, and Sonny had returned to the Bureau, so it was only the kids left.
Colby had fallen asleep.
It seemed the exhaustion had gotten to him.
Destinee sat by the window, quietly looking outside.
She had a small frown on her face and seemed lost in thought.
Destinee? What are you looking at? Lucinda quietly asked as she tiptoed over to Destinee to ruffle her hair.
Mommy! she whispered, throwing herself into Lucindas arms.
She was trembling slightly.
Its all my fault⦠Colby got hurt because of me, I feel awful⦠Destinee sobbed quietly.
Her tears soaked Lucindas dress.
It seemed that this incident truly frightened her. Lucinda cupped her face gently, wiping her tears.
Its not your fault, my love.
Its your fathers and my fault for not being around, making you worry.
I know you were just excited to see me again.
Besides, Colby is your older brother; he will naturally want to protect you.
He doesnt blame you for what happened.
Destinee stopped crying and ended up falling asleep in Lucindas arms.
Lucinda was glad Destinee felt better.
Now all she wanted was for all her loved ones to be safe and sound.
She just wanted her children to be healthy and to live a good, long life with Nathan.
This was her primary concern.
Nothing else was as important.
It was almost night when Nathan and his men arrived at the hotel where Hilda was being kept.
A pair of hands reached under the table to pull her out, causing her to scream.
Dont kill me! Mr.
Payne said he was going to protect me.
You cant hurt me! Nathan, leaning on the wall, watched her quietly in amusement.
She was this frightened after just one night at the hotel.
Hilda thrashed around, refusing to let the police officers pull her out.
She was about to bite one of the men when Nathan spoke.
I thought you wanted to go home.
These men arent here to hurt you, he said.
Home? Are you serious? Youre certain I can return home today without being killed? Hilda gave Nathan a look of disbelief and doubt, waiting for his response.
As part of the deal for your honesty, I will try to get you back safely.
However, if you want to survive, you have to listen to me and act wisely. I wont be able to do anything if they get their hands on guns and shoot you.
Hilda calmed herself and listened.
She knew Nathan wasnt exaggerating.
Those people were very capable of getting guns, while she was unarmed and vulnerable.
She crawled out slowly and got to her feet.
Fine, Ill listen.
I know youre a big shot with enough influence to ensure my safety.
She just got a lot of money.
She was not ready to die so soon.
Mr.
Payne.
Ill do whatever you ask of me.
I wont cause you any problems.
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