Chapter 8: A Grandfather's Promise
That night, Arthur sat by Leo’s bedside as the young boy tossed and turned in his sleep. When Leo woke up from a bad dream, Arthur pulled him into a warm embrace.
"Grandpa," Leo asked softly, "will Mom come back?"
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Arthur looked into the boy’s hopeful hazel eyes—the same eyes that had confronted him at the outdoor café just two days ago. "I give you my word, Leo. I will bring your mother home. You are part of this family, and family never gives up on each other."
Arthur knew he could not simply hand over the ledger without a strategy. Victor Vane was dangerous and unpredictable. With Julian’s assistance, Arthur devised a plan to involve the federal authorities while ensuring Eleanor’s immediate safety during the exchange.
