Manny murmured a few instructions to the butler, and the latter excused himself.

He then gave Laurence a call.

Once the call connected, Manny said, “Laurence, the two Mrs. Johnsons are guests at the Longbottoms’. If you wish to take them home, you should show up. If not, I can’t guarantee they will remain unharmed.”

No doubt Jane and Lilian were held hostage.

Manny ended the call before Laurence had a chance to say anything.

Jane and Lilian exchanged looks.

With her eyes, Jane asked