When Kate saw Richard’s face on the screen, her rage boiled inside her, making her scream.

—You fucking bastard! Where is Bastien?! —Kate shouted desperately while Richard gestured for her to be quiet.

—Shh, dear Katie. No one must know we're talking, or your beloved Bastien will suffer the consequences.

Kate stood up and locked the door.

—What did you do to him?

Kate’s body trembled at the thought that her Bastien might be dead.

—Oh, nothing, love. Just a bit of affection.

Richard’s eyes were