When Family Became a Place I Couldn’t Return To novel Chapter 143

The police tried to hold Nelly back. There was no time to plan. Letting her leave with the kidnapper now was dangerous, maybe even reckless, but Nelly’s mind was made up. She fixed her gaze on Brody, her eyes sharp and fierce, almost like she was ready to fight.

“I have to go,” she said. “I trust the police. I’ll stay close to Carrie, and I’ll wait for my chance.”

She was so determined that the officers couldn’t do anything but give in, even though it was a huge risk. Hank wasn’t about to wait around. He barked out another warning.

“I’m counting down from two minutes. If the car isn’t here, your daughter dies first!”

Nelly’s heart jumped into her throat, but Brody still wouldn’t let go of her arm.

“Let go,” she demanded.

“It’s too dangerous,” he said, his voice steady but desperate. “Le me go instead.”

Brody spoke slowly, every word heavy with emotion. He knew he was acting on impulse, but he couldn’t help himself.

“I’m going to trade myself for Sheila. For the woman you love. Can you really stand to see her in danger?”

Nelly shook him off, her voice firm. “I’m going to save Sheila, your girlfriend. What about you? Are you really okay with her being in danger?”

She pulled his hand off her arm, her words cutting. That’s when she noticed the bruises and blood on Brody’s face and arms. He must have fought hard to get here. The man who always seemed untouchable was just as frantic as anyone else when someone he cared about was threatened.

“Is this really the time for this?” Brody muttered.

“Brody, whatever is going on between you and Sheila isn’t my problem. But if you keep getting in my way, trying to stop me from saving my daughter…I swear, I won’t forgive you.”

Her words were ice cold, each one hitting Brody right where it hurt. There was nothing soft or hopeful in her eyes, only anger and resolve. Even Brody seemed to flinch at the look she gave him.

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