Meanwhile, at the Farwell residence, Lucian immediately stopped working after getting the call from Catalina. He rushed home from the office and called James on the way.
Ever since the abduction incident, Estella had suffered from mental instability and they had to pay extra attention to her.
Catalina stepped forward as soon as she noticed the two of them stepped inside the house.
“Where is Essie?” Lucian furrowed his brows and eyed the living room. There was no sign of the little girl anywhere.
Catalina pointed upstairs and said, “She went up to her own room after coming back, and she didn't seem like she was in a good mood. No matter what I said, she just paid no heed to me. I didn't know what else to do but to get you back home.”
Lucian nodded solemnly and brought James upstairs.
Estella's room was locked, and it was eerily quiet.
Lucian's heart sank. He knocked on the door gently and said, “Essie, it's Daddy. Could you open the door and let me in?”
No sound was heard coming from the inside of the room. Estelle did not seem to have any intention of opening the door either.
Lucian turned around to look at James.
He was not actually worried about Estella coming home alone.
Her brooding, however, was something he was worried about.
Lucian was concerned that Estella would lock herself up like last time.
Likewise, James was worried about the little girl.
He had been Estella's psychologist for many years. Even though her condition had not improved over the years, it was still a rare condition, especially considering her age.
The two of them hesitated for some time. Lucian ordered Catalina in a low voice, “Go take the keys.”
Just when Catalina was about to go fetch the keys, Estella opened the door.
The three adults heaved a sigh of relief.
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