I read the text again and again with a thumping heart. My body started to sweat, like in the summer. I felt so nervous and panicked. What kind of gift is this bastard trying to give? Oh god, please save my loved ones. Please save Jake and Ish. I don't want anything to happen to them. Without thinking twice, I send another message: "Please, I beg you. Don't trouble them. Please.. Please.. I promise I will do as you say. So please.." I pleaded as much as I can. But I didn't get any reply . I got so panicked, which made me walk up and down in the room restlessly. No matter how many times I walked, I didn't feel any pain in my wound. I have been numb from inside and out. Keeping my phone in my hand and looking at the screen, I'm not aware how long I stayed like that or how long I walk in m

