You Can Run But You Can't Hide My Contractual Wife novel Chapter 111

The night came for Celine’s awaited concert. It was held in the biggest event’s place in the city as the concert tickets were sold like hotcakes.

It was dim inside when the crowd was surprised with the soft, euphonious piano piece soothing one’s soul.

Then the candles lit up gradually. The serenity sounded like a good wave that everyone wanted to drown in.

Quiet.

Calm.

Peaceful.

That kind of music that craved one’s mind, heart, and soul.

After a while, the spotlight turned on and focused on the girl standing in front, the star of the night, Celine.

Then Celine sang one of her hits.

The audience gave her an overwhelming standing ovation every after her impressive performance.

On the other hand, Arabella had fun playing her piece but she stayed her head low all of the time. She didn’t dare to look at the crowd let alone the cameras.

Tonight, she was wearing a very simple maxi flowing dress. Her makeup was too little like nothing at all.

This isn’t her night.

She never wanted to own the night.

The stage lightings were fixed according to her request. Her side was dim and only the warm soft glowed candlelight lit her up.

Arabella was very happy to play with her idol and at the same time, she felt somewhat secured.

Adam and Lira were sitting in the front row. For some reason, Damien had excused himself not to watch her performance tonight. He never skipped a chance to see her concerts even if it’s just a small event but tonight, Damien didn’t show up.

Lira was quite disappointed. She was expecting Damien to be at the concert. After they kissed that night, she didn’t see him anymore. She didn’t know if he was avoiding her or he just didn’t want to see her at all. Thinking of this, Lira’s heart was clenched hard as she was expecting something.

Something more.

More than a hug.

More than a kiss.

More like love…

“Aunt Lira, my mom is the best. Isn’t she?” Adam proudly whispered at her. He was wearing a black tuxedo. Of all the kids in the city, Lira had no doubts that Adam was the most handsome and different. Without any effort, Adam’s look was like an elite and he was like a son of royals.

A prince.

Lira couldn’t help to wonder who’s Adam’s father.

He must be a king.

Lira shook her head to get rid of her crazy thoughts about Adam’s father.

“Of course, your mom is the …. Adam?” Lira replied to the boy who was sitting beside her but to her shock, Adam was no longer sitting in his seat.

Lira felt panicked. She suddenly felt a twitch of impending doom.

How could she lose Adam?

She hated herself to be so absentminded while with a 5-year-old kid. Lira stood up from the crowd. Her eyes were finding him everywhere.

There’s no Adam.

What if Adam was kidnapped?

Beads of cold sweats began to appear on her skin. Her heart was thumping very fast. She could not lose Adam.

She didn’t know what to do.

Lira wanted to look around but what if Adam would go back to his seat and she wasn't there anymore?

She couldn’t call Arabella as her cellphone was with her.

Lira had no choice. Using Arabella’s number, she contacted Damien.

“What’s up?” Damien sounded cheerful on the other line.

“Damien. It’s me, Lira.” She replied with her voice and hand shaking nervously.

Damien didn’t reply. Lira felt clenched hard.

“Damien, something happened. I need your help.” Despite his silence, Lira had no time to waste.

“What happened?” Damien’s worried voice sounded like shouting.

“Adam. I lost Adam. I can’t find him.” Lira was already crying in her fright. She couldn’t help it.

“Okay. I’m going there now.” A mere disappointment was in his voice. Then he hung up first without waiting for her reply.

Lira felt a twinge inside.

She couldn’t decipher if it’s because of losing Adam or because of Damien’s treatment towards her.

Or both.

After a while, the concert had ended.

Damien also came in like a flash since he had a VIP ticket.

“You stay here and wait until he came back.” Damien blatantly ordered Lira.

“Should I tell Ms. J about it?” Lira was awfully petrified. She couldn’t imagine Arabella’s reaction knowing her only son was missing.

Damien stopped and looked at her with deep eyes, “I will be the one to inform her. Stay here.” He added then he quickly ran off.

Lira was left fidgeting as she felt helpless and felt like she was the one to blame for everything.

Arabella had exited the stage when Damien came panting.

“Damien? I thought…” Arabella showed her bright smile as she was surprised to see Damien.

“Arabella, Adam is missing.” Catching his breath, Damien said firmly.

“What???” Arabella shouted flamboyantly. The news freaked her out. Her knees instantly softened and her whole body quivered as intense fear forayed all over her.

“We don’t have time, let’s find him first. I go to the right-wing and you go to the left-wing. If we can’t find him then let’s call the police.” Damien ordered hurriedly. He didn’t want to let Arabella know about it as he already knew her reaction to this matter especially her son’s matter, but he needed help.

They quickly ran off.

Arabella didn’t know how she could still keep up running with weak knees. Her tears rolled down uncontrollably. She had been through hell to save her son before. Now, she couldn’t afford to lose him just like that.

The place was big. Knowing Adam, he would not go out alone unless he would get his guardian’s permission. Never did he break any rule of courtesy as he didn’t want someone to worry him. For so many concerts she had, this was the only time he disappeared without consent.

Unless he….

He was kidnapped?

With the thought of it, her panic heightened.

Who would have kidnapped her son?

For what possible reason?

Kids trafficking?

Arabella’s head was hurting so bad. Her body was so weak and tired but she still kept on running.

Even if the road is endless, she will continue to run if it would take her to Adam.

“Adam? Adam!” She called out his name with mixed of so much love and fear.

There’s no answer.