SEATTLE — KIDNAPPING NIGHT

The triplets' room, occupied by Cassian, Dorian, and Kane, was filled with toys scattered across the floor. Stacy was there to help the boys settle down before bedtime. As she organized the toys, Kane questioned why their mother wasn't home yet.

“Why isn't Mommy home yet?” Kane asked, his innocent gaze seeking a reassuring answer. “I want her to read Little Red Riding Hood tonight.”

Stacy, maintaining her gentle smile, replied, “I ...