Lucca settled Aracely in and went to the office; before long, Bastien arrived.

—We found her —Lucca told him, a smile appearing on Bastien’s lips.

—Where is she?

—In a mansion on the outskirts of the city, past the industrial district.

—Do you have people watching?

—Yes.

—Perfect, let’s go. —Bastien and Lucca went to the door; Joel was waiting beside the car.

—Joel, we’re going with Lucca. I need you to reinforce surveillance, call in more men and snipers at every corner, hidden.

—Yes, sir.

—The priority is Kate, Ara, and the babies. You guard them with your life.

—Yes, sir. —Lucca and Bastien got into the sports car, followed by black SUVs.

—Our men have the house surrounded; they’re waiting for us.

—Tell them to do nothing until I get there.

—Okay. —They approached the mansion; lights were on inside. Bastien went to the leader of his men.

—Who’s inside?

—The staff, the Frenchman, and a baby.

—The woman?

—She left over an hour ago, should be back soon. She was wearing a scarf and dar