Chapter 1042 Rescue
In the end, Soren threatened, “You better not hurt my son. If he’s hurt in any way, it’s either you or me that’ll live!”
Walter did not take it to heart as he left the prison soon after, but his mind was unsettled when he entered the car. Now that Eunice’s name was tarnished, he could not afford to lose his company as well.
As a result of contemplation, he decided to check on the child. “To the apartment.” Little did he know that he was being trailed by Edward and his men. Soon, they arrived at a neighborhood that came with good security measures.
Stunned momentarily, Edward soon collected himself while reasoning that it could be the place where the child was being held captive.
As he watched Walter getting out of the car, Edward appointed a bodyguard a task. “You, follow them and check whether he’s going to Evan’s son.”
A couple of moments later, the bodyguard returned and reported, “He is meeting Evan’s son, Mr. Jackson. It’s the child we’ve been after for the last two days. The boy’s here.”
A pang of regret hit Edward as he did not expect the child to be here either. Their search stretched out to every mansion that was under Walter’s name, but they missed out his other properties.
Still, it was fortunate that they had located the child’s whereabouts. Instantly, Edward inquired about the situation inside.
“Four bodyguards by the door, and based on the noise, there should be more behind the doors,” answered the bodyguard.
Then, Edward reported the situation to Nicholas instantly.
“Good. Prepare for a rescue mission. Remember, the hostage’s safety is our utmost priority. Got it?” commanded Nicholas with solemnity.
Edward nodded before asking, “Should we report to the police?”
“That is for sure,” replied Nicholas coldly. With the irrefutable evidence in hand, he wondered how Walter would escape from his deeds this time.
Entrusted by the victim’s family, Edward took action alongside the police that night. Walter’s subordinates dared not fight back at the sight of the legal forces, rendering the rescue mission a great success.
Nevertheless, Evan’s son was terrified by the whole incident. Compared to the unfamiliar police officers, he trusted Edward more and did not once step farther away from the man.
Noticing the boy’s situation, Edward spoke to the police, “It must’ve been a traumatic experience for him. I’ll take him home before giving a statement at the police station.”
With that being said, he left the scene with the boy.
Evan was all jumpy upon realizing her son’s safe return. “Are you hurt? Did they torture you?”
While she checked on the boy from head to toe, he shook his head. “They didn’t. They locked me in a house and I wasn’t allowed to get out.”
She was infuriated nonetheless. At that moment, she noticed Edward standing right there. She quickly wiped off her tears to thank him from the bottom of her heart. “Thank you for bringing my son back, Mr. Jackson.”
“Save it. I’m not doing it for free. My only wish is to have you confess that Walter is the kidnapper that had threatened you guys.” Edward waved his hand while blurting the reason behind the whole rescue mission.
“That’s…” Evan became hesitant upon hearing that, not because of the unwillingness to help, but she was afraid after what had transpired.
Seeing through her thoughts, Edward made a promise. “If you’re worried that he’ll take revenge on you after this, please rest assured. Our president has given his word that he will protect your family as long as you’re willing to tell the truth.”
Evan then gave her promise without a second thought. After tucking her son in bed, she and Edward went to the police station together.
With full initiative, she revealed the truth to the police officers. “Because my husband incriminated Eunice for her deeds, her father kidnapped my son just to save her. He even threatened my husband that he must take the blame to ensure our son’s safety.”
Edward was contented by her actions after which he handed over the evidence that attested to Walter’s crime.
