Andrew's phone buzzed in his pocket, and he quickly retrieved it. His heart sank as he read the ominous message that appeared on the screen: "Hand over all your shares in Vanguard Holdings if you want to keep her alive." Accompanying the message was a horrifying video of Andrea enduring torture. Anguish gripped Andrew's heart as he clenched his fist, desperate to save his ex-wife.
Frantically, he dialed the number, but it was unreachable. Who could be behind this heinous act? How could Andrea bear such unimaginable pain? Andrew slammed his hands on the table in frustration and immediately called Vivienne.
"Call Attorney Clarkson and meet me at Infinite Designs," he commanded, his voice filled with urgency.
An hour later, they gathered in Andrea's office. Maxine entered, escorting Attorney Myers into the room. She also offered refreshments to the visitors.
"Stay here," Andrew instructed Maxine as he noticed her preparing to leave the room.
