“What else is there to explain!”

Vanessa stepped forward, shoving Luca’s shoulder forcefully, trying to push him out the door. Instead, he wrapped his arms around her, gently yet patiently trying to explain.

“No, it’s just that Ezra was hospitalized due to food poisoning, so…” Grandpa had someone investigate.

“What does Ezra being poisoned have to do with Isla being kidnapped?”

Vanessa was shocked, feeling like there was something she didn’t understand. ...