Jade was indeed a hostage. El Capone's words hung heavy in the air as he declared, "We'll be dialing your dear daddy's number, and we'll kindly request a hefty ransom. But remember this, my dear, any funny moves, any attempt to disclose our location, and you'll find yourself in a very dire situation. Do I make myself clear?"
"Don, I haven't beenHe recounted the distressing news – his daughter, missing after attending a school's Valentine's party. The mayor's words ; it was unusual for his daughter not to return home.
"She's been kidnapped," the mayor continued with a heavy sigh, his anger palpable. "I know they'll be demanding a ransom soon."
"I share your concern," he said, his voice carrying a hint of shared distress. "What do you want me to do?"
