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BELLA

With each passing day, I became more fearful of what would have befallen my kids. Time was running out and they were still in the custody of kidnappers. I tried to banish every negative thought suggesting they had been harmed or possibly killed.

Trevor called a meeting with the elders to restrategize on how to find the twins and I was present too. It was a meeting open to anyone who was interested in helping out. I was really grateful when Denver walked in to join the meeting. I acknowledged him with a nod and he smiled briefly at me.

I sat quietly beside Trevor. We had not spoken to each other since the argument we had the previous day. In fact, I avoided him even more. I really looked forward to having my children back, so I would know the next step to take.

I also needed to ensure my kids never went through such trauma again. I owed them that much. Our lives were a lot better before we met Trevor. I could go out and be sure to meet my kids safe and sound. We didn't live in a