In His Power (Beyond Darkness, #1) Read Online Free

your theme park, your weekend will be full.’
    ‘Pretty much.’
    Collin studied Victor a moment.
    ‘What?’
    ‘Nadine.’
    ‘Yes, well it was a long time coming. You and I both know she wasn’t the one.’
    ‘But you love her.’
    ‘I loved the look of her. She is a stunning looking woman. I’m not surprised Von did what he did.’
    ‘I heard he’s in crutches. Does that have anything to do with you?’
    ‘I don’t know what you’re talking about.’ He smiled cunningly, and took the last bit of the drink.
    ‘Well, let’s hope it doesn’t come back to bite you.’
    ‘Yes, Nadine has quite some dirt on me. I wouldn’t be surprised if she tried to take me down. This is why I sent her away, out of the country.’
    ‘You think that will keep her away?’
    ‘For now. I have eyes on her.’
    Collin smiled.
    ‘Anyway, I better get home. Bradley might have some information for me, soon. And it’s no doubt the police will be looking for me. I’d rather they find me at home than here at the restaurant. I don’t want to cause a scene.’
    ‘Yes well, I better be off myself.’
    They stood up.
    ‘It’s been a pleasure.’ They hugged briefly, patting each other.
    They parted ways.

Chapter Three
    ‘M iss Nolan?’
    London turned around on the hospital bed and looked up at the detective.
    ‘I’m Detective Gates. I’m working your case.’
    She remained silent.
    ‘I will need to ask you some questions so we can take the necessary action to find your daughter.’
    Again she was silent.
    ‘Will you be able to give me a detail of what happened?’ He studied her. What a beautiful woman, he thought, trying to concentrate.
    She had beautiful big light brown eyes that drew him in. Her lashes elongated and curled at the ends that further enhanced her eyes. He tried to shake the feeling, and focus on her, but her beauty made it terribly hard.
    ‘Miss Nolan?’
    The words felt trapped in her throat. She’d been struck by grief. Her only daughter had been kidnapped. London didn’t want to think about death.
    ‘I need your help.’ He sat beside the bed and ran a hand through his dark brown hair. He was tall and lanky, with a soft face, but he also looked intelligent and confident.
    ‘Oh honey, oh god!’ Portia, London’s mum rushed in. ‘Oh honey.’ She took her into her arms. ‘Dad is on his way up. He just had to park the car.’
    London shut her eyes and held onto her mother like a life jacket. Portia bit back her lip and tried to stop herself from crying, but how could she not. She was terrified about where her granddaughter could be.
    ‘Mrs Nolan?’ Detective Gates asked.
    ‘Yes.’
    ‘I’m trying to get more information about Paige. Unfortunately your daughter won’t tell me anything.’
    ‘She’s in shock! What do you expect?’
    ‘It’s crucial that we find her within the next twenty-four hours. Beyond that, well...’
    London felt the lump in her throat. She couldn’t think about it. Her baby was safe somewhere. She prayed that whoever took her, was taking good care of her.
    ‘Perhaps you could help. We need recent photos, and any piece of clothing that has her scent for the dogs. This is important.’
    ‘Yes, of course. I’ll have her father do that.’
    ‘I wish London could give us more details about the incident, but I’ll leave it for now.’ He stood up and nodded. ‘I will be in touch. And don’t worry. We’re doing everything we can to bring your daughter back to you.’ He hesitated for a moment, but then decided that leaving was the next best action.
    ‘Oh darling.’ Portia took her daughter into her arms again. ‘We will pray sweetheart. The whole church is praying for us.’ She held onto her like a little girl.
    London felt numb. Nothing and no one could change the way she felt. The only thing that would make her feel better, would be her daughter walking through that door. How she wished it was all just a dream!
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    T he police had come and left. He hadn’t