Christian POV
I made my way to the police station, my mind racing with thoughts of Ashley and my mom. I tried calling Ashley again, but she still wasn't picking up. I felt a pang of guilt and frustration, it was annoying that she was shutting me out like that.
My phone rang. It was Rachel, my assistant at the office. "Christian, I hope I'm not interrupting anything important," Rachel said, her voice apologetic.
"What is it, Rachel?" I asked, trying to hide my impatience.
"We have a new business partner who wants to buy shares in our company," Rachel explained. "They're requesting a meeting with you to discuss the details."
I sighed inwardly. This was the last thing I needed right now.
"Rachel, I'm afraid I'm occupied with personal matters," I said. "Can you handle it for me?"
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