A Life Debt Repaid novel (John and Cordy) novel Chapter 1089

Meanwhile, Keith had rallied every member of the Lynd family at the manor grounds as they prepared to evacuate through a secret passage.

All important families had one in case of emergencies, but just as they were about to head in, Marge Jenkins—Keith's wife—was suddenly crying out, "Nana's not here!"

Kyle finally noticed that Nana was not in the crowd as well, and Marge kept asking worriedly, "Where did she go? Has anyone seen her?"

She would be burned alive if they did not leave now!

Moreover, only Jean and Keith knew the secret passage. If they left, Nana would never find it in time if she returned.

"I don't see her," someone answered.

"Where is she?!" Marge cried out in panic and started toward the manor again.

Keith quickly caught her. "Where are you going?!"

"I have to find Nana!"

"No, you don't." Keith glowered.

"She's our daughter, Keith!" Marge cried furiously.

"And she definitely went to Lucas Lynch," Keith said, as if he knew that for a fact.

Marge was left doing a double take.

Although she did not argue, she said, "I'll get her."

"That's her choice," Keith growled coolly. "Mom and the family were lenient enough to not hold her accountable for Lucas' crimes, but she insisted on going to her own doom. She deserves it."

"Do you hear yourself talk?! Nana's our daughter! How could you let her die without lifting a finger?!"

"It's too late now," Keith said, watching the fire spreading into the manor. "You'd die with her if you go in."

"So be it—"

"That's enough!" Keith caught her immediately and barked at the others, "Restrain her!"