Filed To Story: Finding the Secret Daddy for My Baby Novel
“I’d love to see you again before I leave.” Shirley bit her lip. Richard was in a hurry, though. They had to leave by six, so she wouldn’t be able to do that.
“Go to the base with your folks, alright? I’ll see you there after Christmas.” “Really?” Shirley asked, surprised.
“Yes.” “We have a deal. You’re coming to the base for me after Christmas.” Shirley was delighted. She grew up in the base, and she was more than happy to take Zacharias on a tour.
After getting her spirits lifted, Shirley packed her things.
Back at Zacharias’ office, Zacharias put his phone down and heaved a sigh.
Now that Shirley and her parents are safe, it’s time to settle a score. This will be a hard battle.
The enemies hidden in the dark were going to make their move too. There would be an election after Christmas. So, Zacharias planned to get rid of some people then. Those people were also trying to eliminate Zacharias and instate one of their supporters in the position of vice president. A quiet war had drawn its curtains. The people were oblivious to the raging undercurrents.
“The plan for Zacharias’ trip to Easternia is underway. We’ll make our move there. It’s a remote island, and no media’s going to be alerted. All we have to do is kill Zacharias and his men and make the seabed cave-in. We’ll then tell everyone that it was a natural disaster, and Zacharias will cease from being a thorn in our side.” “Sounds perfect. Execute it well, and we’ll have nothing to worry about anymore.” “We cannot fail this time, or we’ll never know peace.” Shirley and her family arrived at the airport that afternoon. After she handed her luggage to Richard’s underling, she sat with Ava. Ava was delighted to make this trip, whereas Angela kept checking on Shirley and saw her staring out the window. It was as if she was reluctant to leave. She truly felt for her daughter. It was difficult for anyone to stay away from their lover when they were in the honeymoon phase.
After Shirley’s flight took off, Zacharias came out of his office. His motorcade was waiting for him. He would have to go to Easternia next. A new secret base was being built there. He had to be there to sign the papers and call a meeting.
The motorcade came to the port. Freddie and Roy followed Zacharias closely.
Apart from Zacharias’ eight bodyguards, the Minister of Security and his men would be tagging along as well.
After Zacharias boarded the ship, someone in a car hidden nearby pulled the telescope away, and they texted, ‘Zacharias has boarded the ship.
The person who received the text made a call. They said, “Target has set sail.
Get ready.” Zacharias was in his waiting room on the ship. Freddie was working, but his heart wasn’t in it. He closed his laptop and looked at his composed boss. Yet, he couldn’t stop the increasing anxiety welling up in his heart.
The Minister of Security came in holding a laptop. His underling was typing away. It seemed that they had managed to intercept a few phone signals.
“Sir, they’re starting to communicate, and we’ve intercepted all the messages.” “Keep that as evidence,” instructed Zacharias.
“We’ve apprehended all the spies they installed among us. The island is now under our control. We’ll be able to lure them onto the island and capture all of them by 10.00PM at the latest. We’ll have enough evidence and witnesses by then. I’m certain that they will not escape court- martial.” Zacharias nodded. He was setting himself up as bait. Thus, he had already expected that several sharks would come out to play.
Richard had gone to the plane’s cabin. His phone was left on his seat. Shirley heard someone texting her father as he had only kept his phone on vibrate. She could check her father’s phone anytime she wanted, especially since the passcode was her birthday. So, she sneakily picked up the phone, trying to see who was texting her father.
When she noticed the chat history between her father and Zacharias, she was momentarily stunned. Then, she didn’t hesitate to scroll through the conversation. They were all simple texts.
‘Be careful! That was what Richard texted Zacharias earlier that morning.
‘Don’t worry, Richard. Everything is under control. That was from Zacharias.
‘Tell me if anything happens.’ That was from Richard.
‘Understood.
The texts would seem nonsensical to outsiders. However, Shirley’s heart sank as she understood the implications. She knew right then why her father was taking them back to the base in such a hurry. He didn’t have anything urgent to settle at all. Instead, Zacharias was going through some dangerous operation.
That was why her father had to take her into hiding. What kind of operation is it this time? Shirley was reminded of the assassination attempt that had occurred last time. This had to have something to do with that. Who is Zacharias fighting?
Shirley grabbed her phone and headed toward the cabin. Richard was fiddling with a machine when he suddenly saw his precious daughter coming in. He looked up and asked, “Why are you here?” She handed him the phone with a firm resolve. “Dad, please instruct your men to turn around. I need to go back to Averna.” Richard looked at the phone she handed him. He didn’t even need to guess to know that his daughter was aware of his communication with Zacharias.
“Don’t be unreasonable.” He took the phone and said, “Go back to your seat.” “What if I parachute off the plane then?” She looked at her father and only became even more determined. He was immediately startled. So, he quickly grabbed her. “Don’t act rashly at this altitude!” “Tell me what mission Zacharias is undertaking then. Why did he send me away? Is it perilous?” Shirley sat across from her father. Although she was overwhelmed by anxiety and on the verge of tears, she remained composed on the surface.
Richard looked at his daughter and suddenly felt his heart pang. He sighed wearily as he spoke, “Shirley, of course, I would love nothing more than to allow you to return. However, there’s a chance that Zacharias would get distracted if you’re in Averna.” She couldn’t help but grip her father’s hand as her eyes turned red-rimmed.
“Dad, please. I beg you. Turn the plane around! Send me back there. At least let me know if he’s safe. Please?” Richard knew the daughter he had raised wasn’t one to get flustered easily. She was usually calm and rational. So, he felt pained to see her in such emotional distress for the first time. In the end, what else could he do but support his daughter in her endeavors? “Nixon, turn the plane around,” Richard called out to the cockpit.
“Understood, Mr. Lloyd.” The plane smoothly switched to another route. There wasn’t even a hint of turbulence.
Richard took out a satellite phone and dialed a number before giving an order on the other end, saying sternly, “Keep an eye on the situation at Easternia.
Immediately report to me if any strange activities are happening.” Shirley sat beside her father. “Dad, do you know who he’s dealing with?” “A few people who are capable of collectively challenging his position. It’s definitely not something ordinary folks can intervene in. These individuals wield extensive influence and have numerous subordinates. Zacharias sent you away so he could focus on his task without worrying about you.” Richard didn’t bother hiding the truth from her.
He had received a heads-up from Ren about this matter because they had been setting up a trap all this time. They were going to use this opportunity to take down several major players capable of causing massive upheaval in one fell swoop.
Shirley’s heart instantly tightened as her mind started racing. Even though she understood that Zacharias wanted to protect her, all she wanted to do was stay by his side and support him in any way she could. She didn’t want to be apart from him at all.
The plane swiftly flew to the military airport in Averna. Richard had already scheduled for a car in advance. Nonetheless, he arranged for another car to take Angela and Ava home. Meanwhile, he took Shirley and headed straight in a particular direction.
Shirley’s heartstrings were taut throughout the entire journey. She knew the people Zacharias was dealing with at this time were extraordinarily dangerous.
Those who could challenge his status were undoubtedly deeply entrenched in this battle.
“Dad, does he stand a chance?” she asked Richard nervously.
“We’re not sure.” “Can I go to the island?” Shirley begged earnestly. “Dad, please take me to the island!” “Do you really want to go?” Richard turned to ask. He had trained Shirley himself and had complete confidence in her abilities. Still, he couldn’t bear to see her take such risks.
“Dad, trust me. I can handle it.” Shirley nodded resolutely. She wanted to stand side by side with Zacharias and support him through this battle.
Just then, she was standing by the railing at the dock when she suddenly saw a series of fireworks exploding in the air from the distant island. So, she pointed at it and said urgently, “Dad, something’s happening over there.” She looked at the explosions and flashes on the island. Those only indicated that the battle had officially begun.
“Dad, let’s go over there! I beg of you,” pleaded Shirley. At this moment, her entire heart flew toward the island.
Suddenly, there was a deafening sound of rotor blades as three military helicopters hovered in the sky. Soon, one of them descended steadily onto the road. Shirley tugged Richard over, exclaiming, “Dad, let’s go! I want to go, too.”
Richard couldn’t resist turning Shirley’s down. Still, he had to set some ground rules as he spoke sternly, “Fine, on two conditions. Once we’re there, you are not to leave my sight and will stay close to the team.” “Understood, Mr. Lloyd.” Shirley immediately transformed into one of her father’s subordinates and saluted.
Richard and his daughter boarded the helicopter. A complete set of gear was immediately provided to her, and she wasted no time putting it on. At this moment, she wished desperately that she could teleport herself to that island.
As they approached the island, the flashes of explosions became more visible and audible. There was no doubt that the battle was a difficult one, and everyone involved had no intention of leaving until the other was pronounced dead on the battlefield. Besides, they had heard through credible sources that the opposing side had hired several mercenaries to the island to engage in a gunfight with Zacharias’ men.
Richard hadn’t anticipated this audacity from the prey that dared to confront Zacharias’ people. So, he was thankful he had listened to Shirley’s suggestion to make this trip. Otherwise, how could he tell his beloved daughter that something awful had happened to Zacharias?
So, he accompanied his daughter to rescue Zacharias.
“Dad, please be careful too.” Shirley worried not only about Zacharias but also about Richard.
“Nixon, take Shirley and take this road.” “Don’t worry, Mr. Lloyd! Leave it to me. I’ll make sure Miss Lloyd stays safe.” Shirley glanced at her phone and was just about to send a message to Zacharias when she realized that there was no signal on the island.