Lost and Found: Return of My Mysterious Fiancee

Everyone breathed a sigh of relief. Unlike other mines, using heavy machinery like excavators here could easily cause a collapse, especially since the mining area in the west was already heavily excavated. Now with the “Trumpet Flower,” they could ensure that the mine would not collapse again and could easily break open the blocked entrance, facilitating digging and significantly reducing the time needed.

Nathan held a military shovel and said, “Brothers, follow me.” Many members of the X Bureau’s special squad, like Nathan, took up military shovels to clear the mine entrance. Hayden led another team to transport the excavated dirt out. Tina and Paula White began their next set of calculations.

Christopher Parr watched from a distance, his eyes crinkling with a slow smile. “Natalie, your daughter is truly exceptional.” He leaned on his cane, entered the command vehicle, and made a phone call to the Ashbury headquarters to ensure logistical support. With a two-day rescue operation ahead, everyone would eventually tire. It was crucial to ensure logistical support to maintain an orderly rescue effort.

“Deputy Director, a call from headquarters,” said a communications soldier, holding Christopher Parr’s ringing phone. Christopher glanced at it and said, “Turn it off.” “Yes, sir!”

The Farrell family was in disarray. Jared was missing, Tina was unreachable, and even Nathan’s whereabouts were unknown. “Joshua, Jared couldn’t have had an accident, right? We just received those threatening knives recently, and now we can’t contact Jared or Tina. What do we do?” Abigail was frightened again.

Joshua’s complexion was also poor. “No, Jared must be busy with his own things,” he said, though he was visibly anxious. The main issue was that tomorrow Jared was to make his first appearance as the heir to the Farrell family, meeting all the shareholders and the media. It was crucial for Jared to be present, a key moment for the company’s leadership. Now, with no contact and no idea of his whereabouts, what were they to do?

Logan thought for a moment and said, “Joshua, you should act as the proxy director to minimize the impact and block any speculation about Jared and Tina. If necessary, just claim they have gone abroad for a trip.”

Joshua bit his lip. “Dad, is that appropriate? Tomorrow’s announcement is critical. If I go up there…” “It’s better than no one appearing. Just go. Jared can make an announcement when he returns. No more discussion.”

Abigail looked at Logan worriedly. “Uncle, I’m afraid Jared might take it the wrong way.” “He won’t. Jared isn’t petty. Prepare yourself, Joshua,” Logan said sternly, rising and heading back to his room with his cane.

Abigail was still uneasy. “Joshua, it feels a bit like taking advantage of someone’s absence. Isn’t that wrong?”This belongs to NôvelDrama.Org - ©.

Joshua was unsure, hesitant, and conflicted. Asher, sitting nearby, reassured him. “Joshua, I know my son. He wouldn’t disappear without reason during such a crucial time. There must be something more important holding him back. Go ahead confidently; he won’t misunderstand.”

Marie nodded. “Yes, Joshua, and besides, you’ve been handling the company’s matters lately. It’s normal for you to step in. Jared will handle the rest when he returns. Don’t worry.”

Hearing his parents’ reassurance, Joshua finally let go of his doubts. “Alright, I understand.”

At this moment, Jared was still trapped in the mine, using his oxygen supply very carefully, though only about fifteen percent remained. He listened to Tina’s voice intermittently through his earpiece, staring at his smartphone screen. It displayed a photo of Tina captured by millions of viewers during a live broadcast-a photo only he had saved. His fingertips repeatedly brushed across Tina’s features on the screen, as if this gesture could fortify his will to keep persevering.

“Uncle, make a sound.” Tina checked on Jared’s safety once again. To conserve oxygen, Jared tapped intermittently on his microphone. *I’m here, missing you.* Tina smiled slightly, “Hmm, I miss you too, only seven hundred meters to go.”

The further they dug, the less depth the bombs needed to destroy, since the conditions behind the collapse were unknown and required utmost caution. Each of Tina’s calculations had to be more precise, validated at least three times before she dared issue an order. With Jared’s life at stake, she could not afford to rush or take risks.

Nathan and Hayden had collapsed on the ground, unable to straighten their backs, both watching Tina and Paula White’s rapid calculations with a touch of envy. “To be a mental worker, must be nice,” Hayden said, pouring most of a bottle of water over his head. Nathan caught his breath, “The pressure they’re under is beyond our imagination.” Hayden sat up, patted Nathan on the head, “True, let’s not lie around, keep going.”

Inside the company. A large meeting was set. Joshua, dressed in a bespoke dark suit and gold-rimmed glasses, looked both gentle and regally authoritative from afar. Abigail watched from a distance, her heart swelling with joy. After Joshua and his secretary finalized all the procedures, the meeting was ready to start.

As the shareholders and all the media saw Joshua emerge from behind, they were momentarily taken aback. Joshua, looking unruffled with his characteristic smile, confidently walked up to the podium, “Hello everyone, I am the acting director, Joshua.” The media’s flashbulbs flickered like waves, and photos of Joshua swiftly spread across all networks. The financial channels broadcasted news that no longer referred to him as the acting director but as the Chairman of the Board, Joshua, attending the conference!

Joshua quickly took control of all the company’s channel resources and finances of the subsidiaries. Yet, once back home, he was still the uncle worried about his missing nephew. Upon entering, he asked, “Any news of Jared yet?” Logan shook his head, “Everyone possible has been sent out, and there’s no news from the police either. Not just Jared and Tina, even the young master of the Cohen family is missing, no idea where he went.”

Joshua sat on the sofa, his hands clasped and thumbs rubbing together as if trying to spark a fire. After a long moment, he said, “Dad, I’m worried someone is targeting our Farrell family. First Orson’s car accident, nearly fatal, then a knife placed at my bed-it’s time we took precautions.” Logan nodded, “You’re right, we can’t take it lightly anymore.”