Chapter 17: False Sightings
(Victoria's POV)
I leaned against a tree, watching Ethan's frantic expression with secret satisfaction. My plan was working perfectly.
"There!" I pointed toward a dense cluster of trees. "I saw a middle-aged woman holding Lily's hand! She was pulling her that way!"
Ethan's eyes widened with alarm. "A woman? You didn't mention that before."
I forced my eyes to well with tears. "I was so shocked... I just remembered. Ethan, I think someone has kidnapped her!"
Without hesitation, Ethan started running in the direction I'd indicated. His protective instincts were so predictable. Now for the second part of my plan.
I waited until he was several yards away before letting out a pained cry. I fell to the ground, clutching my knee dramatically.
"Victoria!" Ethan
