Chapter 434

Anya's father had booked a hotel close to Ember Creek High School, so it was easier for Lily to find him as soon as she returned. Anya led Lily to the hotel room and knocked on the door. James Mosley, her father, answered promptly. "Ms. Brooks, you've arrived?" James visibly relaxed with relief. Lily nodded. "Mr. Mosley, is there something you need?" Rather than answering right away, James addressed Anya, "Anya, could you go get some drinks for me and Ms. Brooks?" It was clear he wanted Anya to leave. Anya was reluctant to leave. She didn't know what her father and Lily were discussing, but she was keen to be part of it. However, her father clearly didn't want her involved. "Alright," Anya said, resigning herself to the situation. Since they preferred her absence, she decided not to press further. Perhaps there were some things she wasn't meant to know. After Anya left, James invited Lily into the room. "Ms. Brooks, someone has abducted my wife and is demanding that I prov