CHAPTER 54

  Ellen's POV

  As I wrestled with the weight of these possibilities, one thing became abundantly clear: I needed to find Zeke, and fast. The longer he remained missing from my sight, the more precarious our situation became.

  With a sense of urgency gripping my every move, I reached for my phone and dialed Mr Finley. As the call connected, I wasted no time in conveying my instructions, my voice firm and resolute.

  "I need you to put a tail on Zeke." I said. "I need to know where he went last night, but it has to be discreet. No mistakes."

  There was a brief pause on the other end of the line before the familiar voice of Mr. Finley echoed back. "Understood, Miss Manor." He replied, his tone serious. "I'll make sure it's handled with the utmost discretion."

  But I wasn't finished yet. "And if necessary." I continued, my voice lowering to a whisper, "I want someone to go undercover. We can't afford to take any chances."

  "Noted Miss." Mr. Finley replied.