Chapter 346
Two Times The Charm Novel (Clara and Emmett)
âWe just keep going down this way, and remember to avoid any cars that pass. They might be ours, and theyâll recognize us. We donât recognize them, so they can easily spot us.â
Alex nodded, and while popping a candy in his mouth, he said, âSure thing, Iâll stick behind you.â
Alex and Aiden continued down the dimly lit lane.
They didnât bump into any cars as expected, but soon enough, Alex started lagging behind, just as Aiden predicted.
âAiden, Iâm beat. Can we take a breather?â
Aiden checked his phone and said, âCanât. Weâre about two kilometers from downtown, where we can hail a cab. Hang in there.â
âTwo kilometers? Iâm really exhausted.â
Aiden quickly handed him a candy and asked, âHow about now? Can you make it now?â
âItâs no good. Iâve found out that candy canât solve my fatigue. My legs are giving up.â
Aiden had no choice but to pat his back and said, âThen hop on; Iâll carry you.â
âBut wonât you get tired, Aiden?â Alex pouted yet didnât move, âNever mind, Iâll just follow behind you, just slow down a bit.â
Aiden nodded while dialing his dad on his phone, but it kept saying the line was busy.
âIâve been calling since morning till now. I canât get through to our dad. Looks like heâs blocked my number,â Aiden sighed after finishing his sentence.
Alex was a bit puzzled and asked, âWhy would Dad block your number?â
âGiven the circumstances, itâs probably not Dadâs doing. Itâs probably Grandmaâs.â
âWhy would Grandma do that?â
âBecause she doesnât want me to contact Dad! There must be some issues with Mom and Dad now, but I have no idea what it is. Weâll only find out when we meet Dad.â
Upon hearing this, Alex let out a long sigh, âFinding Mom is really tough.â
âWe need to keep going so we donât have to switch moms again. Victory is in sight. Just two more kilometers, and weâll see Mom and Dad!â
Just moments ago, Alex was yawning, but hearing Aidenâs words, his desire to see his mother recharged his energy.
âLetâs go. I donât feel as tired now!â
At the Melendez Group, in the CEOâs office.
It was rare for Emmett Melendez to be as restless as he was now. Even with a pile of contracts to sign, his eyes were glued to his phone, eagerly waiting for any. news of Clara Calloway.
Perhaps due to his anticipation, his phone finally rang. It was Matt.
Emmett quickly picked up and asked, âAny news on Clara?â
âYes⦠Mr. Melendez, we found another address for Elio Milburn. Itâs his friendâs place, but he bought it many years ago and never officially transferred the title, so we overlooked it before.â
Emmett immediately stood up and said, âTell me the address. Iâm heading there now!â
âMr. Melendez, itâs too risky for you to go alone. Iâll come with you.â
âNo need! Continue investigating Claraâs whereabouts; donât delay.â