Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 216: The live-streamed hostage situation sent shockwaves through the city.

As soon as Kellan and Floyd were made aware, they rushed to the scene.

Kellan stood outside the barricaded building, his gaze dark and stormy.

Whats the situation inside? he asked.

Sherman, looking tense, responded swiftly, The police have secured the area, but Devins highly agitated.

The snipers are in position, but theyre holding back for now.

Any sudden move could endanger the hostages.

A few moments later, Colton arrived, pushing through the crowd in a panic.

His eyes darted to the police officers, his face etched with desperation.

I dont care what it takes money, anything.

Just save them! he pleaded.

The officers expression was grave.

Its not about money.

This kidnappers different.

He hasnt asked for a ransom.

Right now, we need the family members to remain calm.

Our negotiation expert is on the way.

Incidents like this hadnt happened in Ontdale for years, and worse, Devin was broadcasting it live, drawing a crowd that whispered and murmured in tense anticipation.

Is this guy insane? Hes actually livestreaming it! Apparently, Melany hired him to frAllison, but things went sideways.

Sounds personal.

I heard it involves both the Lloyd Group and the Stevens Group... This is getting out of hand.

Just watch the stream... The crowd reluctantly moved back as police cleared the area, but the chatter continued to buzz like a swarm of agitated bees.

The spectacle had already becthe citys focal point.

Everyone, please move further back! The police shouted as they worked to secure the area and evacuate the premises.

When the negotiation expert finally arrived, Devin grew even more agitated.

Cut the crap! Bring Kellan and Colton here right now, or III toss these two bitches into the boiling oil! he roared, ignoring the negotiators words.

Devin stood on an elevated platform, holding a knife against the ropes.

Allison and Melany were suspended in the air, hanging over a vat of boiling oil.

One slice of the rope, and they would plunge to their deaths.

The crowd gasped collectively, horror freezing the scene into silence.

Get them here, now! Devins voice cracked as he yanked the knife menacingly.

The negotiator exchanged a worried glance with the officers.

Kellan and Coltons presence could make things worse.

They were ordinary civilians, unarmed and untrained.

Allowing them in could be dangerous.

Before the expert could speak, Kellan interrupted, his voice steady but firm.

Talk him down.

Keep him calm.

If itshe wants, Ill go.

Otherwise, hell only escalate.

Colton, a beat behind, clenched his jaw and nodded.

Im going too.

Though his expression wavered, he held his ground.

With careful steps, Kellan and Colton entered the building as instructed.

Kellans gaze swept over the scene, locking onto Allison.

A flicker of relief crossed his face when he saw that she had no visible injuries, but his expression remained stoic, calculating his next move.

Melany, on the other hand, burst into frantic sobs as soon as she saw Colton.

Colton, please save me! Her voice trembled, eyes wide with terror.

She was a wreck, her entire body shaking as she dangled over the boiling oil.

Shed never been this scared in her life.

Y-Youre finally here, she stammered, hysteria bubbling up.

Hes crazy, Colton.

He threatenedwith a knife hes going to kill us both! W-woo... Her sobs turned into incoherent babble.

She tried twisting herself, but at the sight of the boiling oil below, her face turned pale with fear.

Help... help me, please! she cried.

Regret flashed across her tear-streaked face.

She should never have provoked Devin.

Even in her terror, she cast a resentful glance at Allisons composed face.

It was all Allisons fault.

If Allison hadnt humiliated Devin, none of this would be happening.

Shut up, Allison snapped coldly.

Her eyes darted between Devin and their surroundings, already assessing the situation.

Melany was useless, adding noise and chaos.

The real threat was Devin, whose grip on sanity was slipping further with each passing second.

If he lost control completely, there would be no way to stop him.

The live stream had already made them the center of the citys attention.

The snipers must be positioned in the building across from them by now.

Allison scanned the area and caught the faintest glint of light the snipers scope. The content is on e novelenglish.net! They needed Devin to expose himself for a clear shot.

Her eyes narrowed, calculating.

Seeing that Devin had his back to them, she glanced at Kellan and m silently mouthed, Stall him. Kellan, who hadnt taken his eyes off her, understood immediately.

Were here, just like you wanted, Kellan said, his voice calm and measured.

If you wanted us here so badly, you clearly have something to say.

I doubt youd go through all this trouble just to kill them.

You want to vent, right? So talk.

Colton sneered, How much do you want? We can pay.

Just let them go.

I promise well ensure your safety.

You can have the money and disappear.

Its better than ending up as a criminal.

Kellan shot him a sharp look.

Colton was provoking Devin by bringing up money now.

Inexperienced as he was, Colton was, simply put, a hindrance.

They needed to keep Devin talking, keep him calm not push his buttons.

Any wrong word could push Devin into doing something drastic.

As expected, Devins face twisted with fury.

He gripped the knife tighter, his eyes blazing with humiliation.

Money? So thats all you think this is about, huh? Throwing money at om people to get your way its exactly like thought... You rich bastards think you can buy everything even lives!.