CHAPTER 2 : Kidnapping of Babies part 2

“Good morning, Mr. Gonzales.”

“Good morning, Justine. How’s your day?"

“It’s fine, sir.”

“Good to hear that. Now, I’ll discuss the things we need to do to finish the kidnapping case.”

I sat on my swivel chair and he sat on the visitor's chair.

“Look at the addresses; they are having the same last digit. Also they are forming a triangle shape.”

He looked at what I was saying and nodded.

“We will go to that place. I have the feeling that the next victim will be today. Look at the gap of the days. The twin was kidnapped Tuesday, last week. Then the other babies were kidnapped on Monday, a week ago. And Sunday, two weeks ago. The number -07 represents the Sunday, -17 represents Monday as the first day of the week. And lastly -27 represents Tuesday as the second day of the week.”

“So it is possible that this week, Wednesday is the next target of the suspect.”

“Yes. We will check the address 1237 now and see if they have a baby.”

He nodded. I hope my calculations are correct. We are ready to go to the said place.

“Where are you going Mr. Gonzales?”

“Ms. Sanchez. We will investigate the kidnapping case of the babies.”

“And?”

“We will go to the place where I calculated to be the next target.”

“That’s why I really like you. So smart. Good luck and take care.”

I just nodded.

“Let’s go Justine.”

“Yes sir.”

I went to the parking lot first to fix my car. I was looking for my key when I bumped into something.

“I’m sorry miss.”

I said. She just look at me then smirk. What was that for?

“It’s okay. Take care next time.”

She said before leaving. But something caught my attention. The tattoo in her left arm. She’s wearing a sleeve less shirt and a skirt so I saw the tattoo.

“Miss wait for a moment-“

“Sir, what’s the matter?”

I just looked at the woman until she disappeared. Her tattoo. Triangle with a dot and number 7 in the center of it. Is it only coincidence or she has something connected with the case? I don’t know.

“Let’s go Justine.”

I went inside the car and started it.

“What’s the matter sir?”

“Ah nothing. It’s just that I saw something suspicious.”

He just nodded but his facial expression shows that he is on guard. We went to the place. The house with the address of 1237. we both went out of the car and looked at the surroundings. After some time of observation, we decided to ring the doorbell. A couple went out of the house to see us.

“Good morning, how may we help you?”

“Good morning. I’m Prosecutor Rheam Khean Gonzales and this is my assistant, Justine Alfonso. We are here to investigate something.”

“Investigate?”

“Yes, can we go inside and talk about it?”

“Sure, come inside. What is it?”

With doubts visible on their faces, the couple who are residing the said address let us in.

“I just want to know if you’re aware of the current issue here in your community?”

“The kidnapping of babies?”

“Yes, I just want to know if you have a baby here in the family.”

“Yes, I have a 2 year old baby here. Actually, we’re looking for a baby sitter.”

“Exactly.”

“What do you mean?”

“I’ll be direct to the point. I will grab the opportunity. We have the feeling that your baby is the next target of the kidnapper.”

“What?”

“Please, let us use this opportunity. We will assure you that we will make your child safe.”

“Prosecutor, I don’t want to put my baby in danger. What you’re saying is that you’re going to use my baby as a bait to capture the culprit. How are we going to be assured that nothing bad will happen to our child?”

The mother of the child protesting. I cannot blame them. It is their child's safety we’re talking about after all.

“Please, don’t worry and put your trust on us. I can assure you that your child will be safe.”

“You don’t even have many police with you.”

The father said. I looked at Justine. He just nodded as if he understood what I mean.

“I already called the police to standby. Here is the proof.”

He showed them the conversation she had with the police department. The couple slowly calmed down.

“This is for the better, ma’am and sir.”

They looked at me and slowly nodded.

“Okay, please. Take care of my baby.”

I just nodded and told them the plan. After lunch. We didn't made a mistake. Someone applied to be a babysitter.

"Hello. I was going to apply as a babysitter."

"Can I see your resume?"

"This is it."

The suspect handed her resume to the couple. I looked at the woman's face. She is the suspect. I didn't come out of my hiding place. We have to risk this so we can see where the other babies are. As discussed. It was as if they talked to the girl normally.

"Okay, since you are qualified, you can start right away. Because my husband and I are leaving now, there will be no one to look after our child."

"I'll take care of your child."

The couple nodded as a response to what the suspect said. They faked a trip outside as what was in the plan. I even saw the mother look at the place where I was hiding. I can see that she's really worried about the plan. I just nodded at her as if she can be comforted by it. When they left, furthermore, I looked at the woman who was now busy playing with the 2-year-old baby.

“Hello there cutie. You are all cuties. Hihi, let’s go. From now on I will be your new parent. You have, so many siblings waiting for you.”

She left the house with the baby. I quickly came out from where I was hiding and followed the woman. I also sent Justine to the police station to ask for help. He only showed the couple a fake conversation because it will be complicated if we go with the police. I followed the woman until we reached a building. It is an old building and other parts are broken. I went in and looked for the places where she can possibly put the babies. I have to make sure that the babies are safe and still alive.

“Here you go. I have five children now. All beautiful and handsome.”

I heard that in a room so I went to that room. I was relieved to see that the babies were alive and well. This girl must be crazy. I heard a rustling, so I hid to one side.

"That prosecutor is really annoying."

She seems to be talking to, someone on the cellphone.

"Did he saw you earlier? Haha, I thought he was good? Why didn't he even guess that today, I will act to get another child."

Who are they talking about and who is she talking to? Before I knew it, I texted Justine. She might even escape.

"Alright, I'll leave here first. Maybe someone was following me."

She ended the call. She was about to leave when I came out of my hiding place. I have no choice but to show myself or she will escape.

“Where do you think you’re going?”

I saw the shock on her face but it was immediately replaced by a smile.

“Oh, hello there my beloved prosecutor. You knew already.I should not have underestimated you.”

She even clapped the both of her hands. She’s crazy.

“This will serve as a concrete proof that you kidnapped those children.”

“Do you think you can arrest me alone?”

I just stared at her. I need to make a conversation to stall some time.

“Why are you doing this?”

“The heck! Of course, I want babies. I don’t want to get married, and I don’t want to get pregnant so, there, I kidnapped babies to me mine. I am brilliant, right?”

She laughs as if she is really enjoying this. Justine, hurry up, I want to throw some fist on her face.

“You’re crazy.”

“And besides I really want to get your attention, someone wants to get your attention, to be exact.”

I stopped, and was confused by what she said.

“What? Who is it? And why do that someone wants to get my attention?”

She just looked at me meaningfully and smiled.

"I will not allow you to take my children from me."

I temporarily lost my focus because of what she said.

"Those children are not yours."

"They are mine now. And no matter what you do, you can't get them from me."

She then took a sharp object. I just noticed that this building is actually a hospital. Old hospital building.

"Maybe a little scar is not bad."

Shit! What is on her mind? She's crazy. I am just avoiding her attacks. Justine, where the hell are you? Damn!

“Urgh!”

“Oops! Sorry Mr. Gonzales.”

She said with a laugh. I grabbed my arm. It hurts! Damn! I got a long cut from the scalpel she’s holding and it is bleeding.

“Sir, sorry, we’re late.”

“Arrest that woman. We need to put her in jail.”

The police immediately took action subduing the woman.

“Sir, I’ll take you to the hospital.”

“No, I can handle myself. Let’s get the babies. Let’s bring them back to their parents.”

I smiled while looking at the babies. Yes, they are too cute to be a victim of this crazy woman. Justine, one by one, put the babies inside my car.

“Get off!? Don’t touch me! Give me back the babies!”

She’s really crazy. She’s still fighting with the police while walking towards the police car.

“Thank you, thank you so much. Jesus, thank you so much for bringing our child back. We owe you so much, prosecutor.”

“You’re welcome. It’s a small thing. Take good care of the children,, and please be aware of whom you will entrust them.”

“We will keep that in mind, ma’am.”

I waved them goodbye. At last, one case is done. I sat and leaned on my swivel chair, looking at the ceiling.

“Sir, your wound.”

“I’m okay Justine. Where is the woman?”

“She’s being interrogated by the police together with Mr. Salvador.”

I went to the room where the woman was. I entered immediately.

"Oh Mr. Gonzales, why hasn't your wound treated yet?"

"I want to talk to her."

"I know what you want to ask. I won't tell you who he is."

The woman immediately answered so I looked at her. She has a smug look on her face.

"What does he want to happen? Who is he And why does he want to get my attention?"

"I will not answer all your questions."

It's annoying. What does it want to happen? I'm dizzy, maybe because of the blood I've lost.

"What are you two talking about?" – Mr. Salvador

"Haha haha, nothing."

"Mr. Gonzales, you're pale, you need someone to take you to the hospital. Justine, bring Rheam in the hospital, hurry!”

Justine immediately followed. I'm getting dizzy. I can't feel anything anymore. That's when I lost consciousness.

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