35_Victor Is Alive
Cole POV “No,” Ariella shakes her head, lifting her chin in determination. “Don’t give up, we will find her.” I sigh inwardly, looking at Ariella. She is good and kind and would do anything to help, but false hope is the last thing Ray needs. “I appreciate your optimism,” Ray sniffs. “But it’s over. Marybeth …” He breaks down crying, pressing his fist against his mouth. “We need to help,” Ariella mind links me. “This isn’t fair.” “Ariella, I know it’s a sad story,” I reply. “But he did the unforgivable, and …” “Ask yourself what you would’ve done if it were you,” she interrupts me. Images of Ariella stuck in a container – goddess knows where – enter my mind uninvited, and panic jolts through me. “You’re right,” I agree, pulling Ariella closer to calm my own nerves. “Goddess knows
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