At the sight of the syringe he held, Ariana wanted to recoil but was bound in place.

Jasper had been pumping her veins with a serum named GK21@ for the past several days. This substance toyed with her mind, distorting her emotions and desires until they were unbearable. It was Like blowing air into a balloon, knowing it would eventually pop. She shuddered to think about the aftermath, her mind breaking, spiraling into an abyss of despair.

Jasper soaked in Ariana's fear, his Lips curling up into a smirk. He moved to sit beside her, revealing, "I initially planned for Theodore to watch your transformation into an insatiable beast. But I've decided to change the game."

On that ominous note, he pushed the needle into her arm. A violent shudder rocked Ariana, her eyes overflowing with unchecked tears. Fear and rage twisted within her, like a wildfire threatening to consume her. She tried to scream, but her voice had deserted her. The surge of emotions felt Like an all-devouring monster.

Suddenly, a sharp pain in her stomach snapped her back to reality. A stark reminder that she was carrying babies and Theodore was out there looking for them. She couldn't afford to crack now.

Remembering Theodore and their unborn babies, Ariana fought back the tears, biting her Lip to keep them at bay.

Jasper retracted the needle, gently wiping her tears. His tender smile seemed out of place.

“Why so emotional? I didn't inject you with any serum today. It's just a nutritional fluid.”

He reached out, fingers lightly brushing her cheek.

"Once Theodore's out of the way, we can seek out a peaceful place. This time, I promise to treat you better. Believe in me, Ariana. We can start anew."

A fog seemed to cloud Ariana's mind, leaving her speechless. She closed her eyes, determined not to look at him. But the tears continued to betray her distress. The physical discomfort refused to abate, Leaving her in a state of anguish. Theodore's name echoed in her thoughts, a beacon of hope in her despair.

The following day, as arranged, Theodore arrived at the designated pier and located the specific spot. There was a bag and a buzzing cellphone waiting for him.

Picking up the phone, he was greeted by a muffled male voice.

"Leave the money. Ariana is on the ship at pier three. No funny business."

A photo of Ariana, bound and helpless on a deck, was sent to Theodore once the call ended.

Without wasting a moment, he left the money behind and headed towards the place, Ariana‘s image burning in his mind.

Jasper, who was on a ship, pulled out a compact device from his bag. He smirked as he noticed the green dot moving toward their Location on the screen.

Tied to a post, Darian could only make muffled sounds, his mouth covered with tape.

Jasper glanced at the time, a cruel sneer spreading across his face “In ten minutes, this ship will be history. Don’t worry, you are not alone. Soon, Theodore will join you."

Seeing Darian still attempting to make sounds, Jasper yanked off the tape, chuckling, “Any farewell speech, my dear father?"