A commotion swept across California.
A video went viral in which Mr. Johnson is shown enduring a form of torture while being questioned, yet he remains silent.
It was said that Mr. V was responsible for the video.
Four days had slipped by since the abduction of Mr. Johnson.
His whereabouts and well-being remained an enigma to all. Even the police were unable to uncover any leads regarding this case.
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Sophie and James occupied a corner booth in the café.
As Sophie arrived, her face bore the weight of disappointment, but James, ever the comforting presence, attempted to soothe her.
The TV blared, capturing every customer's focus. The news of Mr. Johnson's kidnapping held everyone's attention.
Sophie and James exchanged glances, their conversation interrupted by the escalating voices nearby.
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One of them asserted;
