SWNOVELS Departure with a Belly Chapter 444
Chapter 444
“You’re not saying anything. Does that mean you share the same thoughts as me?
You’re worried about him too, right?” Victoria probed, seeking confirmation from
Terrance.
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“Miss Selwyn.” Terrance finally snapped out of his thoughts and gritted his teeth. “Yes, I
am deeply concerned about Mr. Cadogan. However, before he departed, he made it
clear to me that nothing is more important than ensuring your safety and that of the
children. Even if he encounters trouble, he will find a way to escape. Therefore, I will
never allow you to take any risks on his behalf.”
“Escape? If it were within the country, I might overlook it. But do you have any ideal
about the situation abroad? Are you familiar with the conditions there?” Victoria
bombarded him with a barrage of questions, leaving Terrance stunned.
She continued, “Let me make things clear–if he hasn’t escaped and something
untoward occurs on his person, will you regret your insistence today?”
Terrance fell silent in response.
“Alright, I’m buying the ticket now,” she declared before promptly ending the call and
opening the app to purchase her plane ticket. Her actions were swift and resolute. Last
time, it had been inconvenient for her with the children in tow, but this time she was
traveling alone. With Nicole and Nathan under the care of Adrian and Mary, and
numerous bodyguards surrounding her, it would be more than convenient for her to
handle things independently
Victoria swiftly completed the ticket purchase and turned her attention to packing
when Terrance called again When she saw the caller ID on her phone she anticipated
that he would merely attempt to persuade her to prioritize her safety and advise her
against going She had no intention of entertaining those words. Thus, she simply
stared at the screen and rejected the call
A few seconds later, he called again initially she had considered furning off her phone
since nothing he said could deter her determination to go abroad. However, she feared
that there might be new developments overseas, and this caused her to reconsider
After a brief hesitation she answered the call
“If you’re only trying to persuade me spare your breath, if you call me again, I’ll block
you because you’ll be wasting my phone’s battery otherwise,” she spoke with a cold and
resolute tone as soon as the call connected
Terrance, who was on the other end of the line, clearly anticipated Victoria’s response
After a moment of silence he said, “Miss Selwyn, I know I can’t persuade you, so I didn’t
call for that reason I just wanted to inform you that I’ve contacted the bodyguards, and
if you provide me with the flight number, fll have them book the same flight as you.”
Her initial surprise subsided upon hearing his words. She had expected him to try
dissuading her but she never anticipated that he would. Instantly she sent him the
flight number.
“Got it. We’ll also investigate Mr. Cadogan’s whereabouts. Keep your phone on and
connected before and after the flight. I’ll notify you immediately if there’s any news.”
“Okay.”
“Take care, Miss Selwyn.”
“You too.”
After she ended the call, she breathed a sigh of relief. While Terrance didn’t agree with
her decision, his support still provided her with some comfort. Now that she had his
assistance, things should proceed more smoothly. She packed the final piece of
clothing into her suitcase, then turned to gaze at the two sleeping children. She walked
over and kissed each of their cheeks before leaving quietly.
The individuals arranged by Terrance had all booked the same flight as Victoria.
Despite the late hour, the weight of their mission propelled them into swift preparation.
As Victoria walked down the stairs with her suitcase, she witnessed the group of
people standing ready and waiting for her.
“Miss Selwyn!” they exclaimed in unison, prompting her to instinctively place a finger to
her lips, signaling them to be quiet. It was late at night, and everyone was supposed to
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be resting, yet their voices were excessively loud. The leader’s expression instantly
assumed an air of innocence. In truth, their voices weren’t particularly loud, but the
collective sound amplified the volume slightly.
Concerned that they might speak again, she swiftly made her way down with her
suitcase. “Let’s go.”
“Let me get your suitcase.”
In reality, her suitcase contained very little. She had only packed daily clothes and
hadn’t even brought any skincare products. Honestly, it was as light as a carry–on
suitcase. She shook her head and replied, “I can manage it myself; it’s essentially an
empty suitcase.”
The leader persisted, and eventually, she reluctantly handed over her suitcase to him.
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Then, she entered the car surrounded by a group of people. Although the night was
dark, she could still observe a line of vehicles driving on the road through the rearview
mirror under the moonlight. The headlights illuminated the dim environment, creating
an aura akin to daylight. She embarked on her journey with this high–level protection.
The midnight flight was less crowded than during the day, which proved advantageous.
Victoria had a conversation with Terrance prior to boarding said flight, but there were
no new developments on his end.
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“Have a safe journey,” he said.
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During the flight, the leader took good care of her. He even went into the restroom first
to inspect for any potential danger before standing guard outside. Unfortunately, she
was too worried to fall asleep. Yet, when her mind strayed to the numerous tasks
awaiting her after landing, she forced herself to get some rest. In the end, she managed
to intermittently sleep for two or three hours before arriving at her destination. Frankly,
her eyes felt rather sore, and she wouldn’t be surprised if they were bloodshot when she
disembarked the plane.
As soon as she stepped off the plane, she immediately turned on her phone, and
Terrance’s call came in instantly.
“Miss Selwyn, I noticed your flight has landed.”
“Yes, I have just arrived. I’ll be coming out shortly.”
“Our car is waiting outside to pick you up.”
She was about to inquire about any updates regarding Alaric, but she realized that
Terrance hadn’t proactively shared anything, indicating that there was likely no news.
Since she knew that asking would be futile, she decided it was best to withhold her
words until there was something for her to worry about. Consequently, she simply
replied with a sharp ‘Okay‘ and followed everyone off the plane.
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Terrance spotted them, guided them into the car, and drove toward the previous base.
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“Our team has been searching, but currently, there are no leads. Miss Selwyn, what did
Bane say when he contacted you? Did you manage to obtain any evidence confirming
Mr. Cadogan is in his custody?”
Victoria shook her head. “Not really, but I’ve known him for many years, and I
understand him well. He wouldn’t make such claims if he wasn’t confident.”
Terrance’s expression instantly grew more serious upon hearing that. “Then, what
should we do next?”
She glanced at her phone in response. “It hasn’t been 24 hours since his last call. Even
if he wants to meet me, he’ll have to take my flight into consideration. I assume he’ll call
me again soon.”
As if to verify her words, just as she finished speaking, the phone that had been silent
since she entered the car started ringing.