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Yet, Skylar couldn't help but wonder if she could handle what was about to unfold. A faint suspicion already formed in her mind.

After Skylar left, Jacky turned to Howard with a worried expression. "The upcoming situation doesn't look good. We need to be mentally prepared," he said.

Howard mirrored Jacky's seriousness. "Yes, it seems we're heading into a tough battle."

When Skylar arrived at Pearlhall Residence, Gloria already knew. News traveled fast; most people in Jipsburg City were likely aware. Skylar found Gloria looking worn out. Approaching her, Skylar moved to comfort the older woman.

"Grandma, I'm going to Murida. Wait for me to bring him back. You need to take care of yourself."

Gloria's eyes glistened. She'd faced countless challenges, but never imagined confronting the possibility of losing her grandson. She gently patted Skylar's hand. "Stay safe. If anything happens, let me know. Don't worry about me. I'll take care of myself. No matter what happens, I won't let it bother me."

Those wishing to exploit the situation could do as they pleased. If Joe returned safely, any unjustly taken possessions would eventually be returned. However, if something happened to him, those possessions wouldn't matter.

Seeing Gloria was holding up well, Skylar left Pearlhall Residence. Calls poured in from Alexander and others, offering help. Even Jeremy and John checked in. Upon returning home, Natalie and Aiken also called. Aiken mentioned knowing people in Murida who could assist. Skylar wouldn't refuse any help; finding someone herself felt like searching for a needle in a haystack.

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One month later, in Murida, Jacky hurried into a hotel guest room. "Take a look at this video," he said.

Skylar took the phone. While she focused on the surveillance footage, Jacky glanced at Steven. Since arriving in Murida, they'd mobilized resources to search for Joe and Paul. As suspected, the police had no leads. Joe and Paul had vanished without a trace. They'd checked their hotel, confirming their departure coincided with the day they completed their work.

Something must have happened that day. They examined surveillance footage around the hotel and along the route to the airport. They even investigated potential accidents. They'd explored every avenue, yet after a month, found no trace. It was as if they'd vanished into thin air. Catching Jacky's gaze, Steven and Jacky stepped outside.

Skylar remained focused on the footage from a camera outside a store, showing people and vehicles. As dusk fell, two familiar figures appeared—Joe and Paul. This was their last sighting. They ate at a restaurant and got into a car, which then disappeared.

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