Chapter 557

And so, we split into two groups to conduct a thorough search of the surrounding area. I paired up with Madison, while Ethan searched on his own. We combed the area tirelessly, but there was still no sign of Vivian. "Could she have already gotten too far away?" Madison asked. Her voice carried a trace of frustration. "This place is massive. Just the two of us—how are we supposed to find her?" I shook my head and gritted my teeth. "No! I refuse to believe it. Zach is my life. Until I find him, I'm not giving up!" As we continued searching, a thought struck me. "Madison, can I ask you something?" Madison looked at me curiously. "What is it?" I took a deep breath and stared at her with an intense gaze. "With your resources and power, not to mention the fact that we used to be sworn enemies, you could have easily walked away after Murphy was arrested. You had no obligation to help me. So why are you still here, standing by my side?" Madison paused for a moment, seemingly caught