The Contracted Stripper

All in good time. For now, just enjoy your stay,” the figure replied before disappearing into the shadows.

Ryan called his private investigator, detailing the situation and asking for immediate help.

“Find her, and find out what happened,” Ryan ordered, his voice tight with tension.”Understood, Mr. Kendrick.

We’ll get right on it,” the investigator replied.

Hours passed, and there was still no word from Iris or any leads on Jessica. Ryan’s frustration grew.

“Back at the hospital, Ryan’s phone rang. It was the private investigator.

“Mr. Kendrick, I’ve found a lead. Jessica was seen being taken from the hospital by a man dressed as a doctor. We’re tracking him now.”Ryan’s heart pounded. “Keep me updated. We need to find her fast.”

As he hung up, he turned to Iris and Skylar. “We have a lead. Jessica was taken by someone disguised as a doctor. They’re tracking him now.”Iris nodded determination in her eyes. “We’ll find her, Ryan. We have to.”

Hours turned into a tense waiting game. The hospital was abuzz with activity as the police continued their investigation.

Ryan, Iris, and Skylar stayed close, waiting for any news.

Finally, the investigator called again.

“Mr. Kendrick, we’ve located the warehouse where they took Jessica. We’re moving in now.

“Ryan stood up, his heart racing. “I’m coming with you.”

“No, it’s too dangerous. Let us handle this,” the investigator insisted.”That’s my family. I’m not staying behind,” Ryan said firmly.

Iris stood up beside him. “I’m coming too. We’re in this together.”The investigator sighed. “Alright, but stay back and let us do our job.”

Ryan and Iris followed the investigator’s directions, arriving at the warehouse just as the police were setting up a perimeter. The area was swarming with officers, and the tension was palpable.”Stay here,” Ryan told Iris, but she shook her head.”No, I’m coming with you,” she insisted.

They approached the lead officer, who briefed them on the situation. “We’re about to move in. Stay behind us and don’t do anything rash.”Ryan nodded, his jaw set in determination.

As the police moved in, he and Iris followed closely, their hearts pounding. The police stormed the warehouse, shouting commands. Ryan and Iris stayed close, watching as they searched the area.

The boys were smoking and chit-chatting, but they didn’t find Mrs Jessica; the boys were all arrested and taken to the police station.

After the unfruitful search, Iris heard one of the boys say Mrs Jessica would have been dead by now.

The police officers questioned them, and they denied being an accomplice to the kidnap, but their boss had something to do with it, but they refused to call out the name of their boss, claiming they didn’t know him directly.

They were mere errand boys; Iris collapsed after hearing that and was rushed into the hospital; she later regained consciousness. As her eyes fluttered open, she immediately asked about her mother.

Skylar, who sat close to her, worry etched on her face, gently took Iris’s hand.”They’re still searching for her,” Skylar said softly. “Ryan is out with the police too.”

Tears streamed down Iris’s cheeks. “I don’t want anything to happen to Mum. We’ve been through so much together. She needs to recover, she’s not very strong… Why is all this happening?”

“Calm down, Iris. We will go through this together. They will find her soon, I’m sure of it,” Skylar tried to reassure her.

Iris sniffled, wiping her eyes. “Sky, I need to tell you something.”

Skylar leaned in, curious. “What is it?”

“I’m pregnant with Ryan’s child,” Iris whispered, her voice breaking. Skylar gasped, her hands flying to her mouth to stifle a shout.

“Are you sure? When did you find out?”

“Yesterday. I was knocked over by a car and rushed to the hospital. That’s when I was told,” Iris explained, still crying.

“Oh, Iris,” Skylar said, her voice filled with mixed emotions. “This news should be joyful, but with everything going on, I don’t know how to feel.”Iris laid back on the bed, tears still streaming down her face.

“But there’s more. I… I was at a bar last night, and I think someone took advantage of me.” her eyes filled with tears.

What? Who? Do you know who it was?” Skylar asked

Iris shook her head, tears streaming down her face. “I don’t remember.

Everything’s so blurry. I just know that I woke up in a hotel room this morning, and… and I was naked.”

“Oh my God, I’m so sorry, Iris.” Skylar said as she hugged Iris.

Meanwhile, the man from the bar, Jason, watched from the shadows, a sinister smile on his face. He had overheard everything and knew he had the upper hand.

He had taken advantage of Iris, and now he had a plan to use that information to his advantage. Little did Iris and Ryan know, their troubles were far from over.

Back at the mansion, Mrs. Rose sat in the parlor, her mind racing. She couldn’t let Iris’s pregnancy derail her plans for Ryan and Bella. She picked up her phone and dialed a number.Original from NôvelDrama.Org.

“Bella, it’s Rose. We need to accelerate our plan. I don’t care what it takes, but Ryan must marry you, and soon,” she said, her voice cold and calculating.

Bella’s voice came through the line, filled with confidence. “Don’t worry, Rose. I’ll handle it. Ryan will be mine, and we’ll make sure Iris is out of the picture.”

Mrs. Rose smiled. “Good. Make sure it happens. We can’t afford any more surprises.”

As she ended the call, Mrs. Rose’s mind shifted to Ivy. She needed her daughter to stay focused and not get caught up in the drama unfolding. She dialed Ivy’s number next.

“Ivy, darling, how’s your day going?” she asked, her tone sweet but with an underlying edge.

“Hi, Mom. Just busy with appointments. Why?” Ivy replied.

“I need you to stay focused, dear. Things are about to get more complicated, and I need you to be ready. We’re counting on you to help keep everything on track,” Mrs. Rose said.

Ivy sighed. “I know, Mom. I’ll do my best.”

“Good. Remember, we’re doing this for the family,” Mrs. Rose said, ending the call.

Elsewhere, in a dimly lit room, an unfamiliar voice spoke into a phone.

“Did you know she was pregnant?”

“Yes, she’s pregnant by her contract husband. It wasn’t a real marriage; it was all a contract,” a man replied, his tone casual.

After listening to the person on the other end, he ended the call and sat back, a contemplative look on his face.

Dr. Parker was in his office when the door opened, revealing a tall, hourglass-figured woman with brown hair.

Immediately, he rose to greet her.”Oh, honey, why didn’t you tell me you were coming?” he asked warmly.

“I didn’t want to bother you, and it was urgent. I needed to come and tell you something,” she replied, her voice soft yet firm.

“Please, take a seat. What can I get you?” he asked.

“Water would be fine, dear,” she replied.

Dr. Parker went to the small fridge in his office, retrieving a bottle of water and a glass. He poured the water and handed it to her.

“How is he doing?” Dr. Parker asked.”He is fine, but I didn’t come here for him.

It’s almost time for us to put some people in place. A lot is going on, and it’s fishy, although I’m still trying to figure out what exactly is happening.

Ryan didn’t have an actual wedding; it was all a contract marriage. And now Bella is pregnant with his child,” she explained.”

This is complicated. How sure are you about Bella?” Dr. Parker asked, his brow furrowing.”Very sure. She’s our best bait and option,” the woman replied confidently.

A knock on the door interrupted their conversation. A nurse entered to inform Dr. Parker that he had some patients to check on in the emergency room.”I’ll be there shortly,” he replied.

The nurse nodded and left, closing the door behind her.”I’ll come see you after work so we can discuss this better. We need to plan and act fast,” Dr. Parker said, seeing her off.

As she left, Dr. Parker’s mind raced with thoughts. “I have to get my family back,” he murmured to himself.