THE HOUSEKEEPER FOLLOWED THE SOUND OF A CHILD’S CRY — AND FOUND THE BILLIONAIRE’S NEW WIFE’S TERRIFYING SECRET SEALED BEHIND A HIDDEN BASEMENT WALL…
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Chapter 8 - The Stormy RescueA violent typhoon hit the city. Lightning ripped through the sky, and torrential rain knocked out the power grid across the estate. The backup generator would take 15 minutes to kick in.
Mrs. Man knew this was their only chance.
"Cuong, go down to the cellar and rescue the child now! I will go to the master bedroom to secure the master's documents and contact his lawyer!" Mrs. Man instructed.
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Armed with heavy bolt cutters and a flashlight, Cuong rushed to the basement. Meanwhile, Mrs. Man crept toward the third floor. But as she reached the dark hallway, a flash of lightning illuminated a figure waiting in the shadows.
It was Yen, holding a heavy iron rod.
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Chapter 9 - The Trap"I knew you'd try something tonight, old woman," Yen sneered, stepping forward. "Did you really think you could play the hero? You're nothing but a pathetic servant!"
Chapter 10 - Fire in the CellarDown in the basement, Cuong snapped the iron chain with the bolt cutters and lifted the emaciated child into his arms. The boy clung to Cuong's neck, crying, "Mommy... it hurts..."
Chapter 11 - Fighting the FlamesFlames exploded outside the cellar door. Thick black smoke billowed inside, threatening to suffocate Cuong and the child within minutes.
Chapter 12 - Edge of the BalconyWithout hesitation, Mrs. Man tackled Tuan’s legs, giving Mr. Cap Vu time to retreat. Enraged, Tuan struck Mrs. Man with the butt of his gun, sending her falling to the floor, bleeding from her head.
Chapter 13 - Flashing Red LightsDozens of police cruisers surrounded the mansion.
Chapter 14 - Emergency CareMrs. Man and the little boy were rushed to the hospital. Mrs. Man suffered a mild concussion, while the child was treated for severe malnutrition, infections, and psychological trauma.
