Shawn Rhodes called the police, and they quickly arrived on the scene. After understanding the situation, the police explained to them that because Jasmine was kidnapped in Oakhaven, they have the right to file a case for investigation and will cooperate with the police in Caelus and Aridia to capture Vincent Fletcher. However, regarding their dispute about who leaked information to Ethan Grant, this is not something the police will handle; they were advised to resolve it themselves. After the police left, Mrs. Jennings, having taken her medication, did not intend to let Talia off the hook. The old lady insisted relentlessly that Talia apologize to Selina Hughes. Talia sneered, "Apologize? Does she even deserve it?" "You..." Mrs. Jennings glared at Talia, "It’s a good thing we didn’t let you into The Jennings Family!" Melinda Lynch and Adrian Jennings both frowned simultaneously. Melinda Lynch: "Mom, please don’t say that. Talia just went through a kidnapping, almost lost her life, and it was because of our family that she suffered this misfortune. Talia’s sister’s fate is still unknown. Although she impulsively hit Selina, it was just a momentary lapse..." Adrian Jennings frowned and spoke coldly, "I asked Talia Rhodes’ father for her hand in marriage; she did not wish to marry into The Jennings Family. Do not say such things again in the future." Shawn Rhodes looked dismissive, "We don’t care about joining your Jennings Family. Talia, let’s go home with Dad." She stared directly into Mrs. Jennings’ eyes, cold as ice. "I will investigate the leak thoroughly. If I find evidence that Selina Hughes did it, I will certainly not let her off the hook." After speaking, Talia turned away, but Adrian Jennings grabbed her wrist. Talia lowered her gaze to the man’s distinctly jointed hand, speaking coldly, "Let go." Adrian pressed his lips together but didn’t move. Talia shook off Adrian Jennings’ hand with a vengeful look in her eyes, "If Selina Hughes leaked the information, even if I have to stand against you and The Jennings Family, I will make her pay." Adrian Jennings was taken aback, feeling a sudden, dense pain in his heart. Why doesn’t she believe he would stand by her side? If Selina Hughes truly leaked the information to Ethan Grant, he would be the first not to let her off; why does Talia assume he would protect Selina Hughes and be against her? Adrian Jennings’ Adam’s apple shifted, but he couldn’t utter a single word. After speaking, Talia left without any hesitation. "Stop right there!" Mrs. Jennings yelled angrily, "When did this place become somewhere you could throw your weight around? You hit someone and expect to leave; what do you take this place for?" "Grandma!" Adrian Jennings lost his patience, his chilly voice revealing his irritation. The voice wasn’t loud but was full of presence. Mrs. Jennings suddenly fell silent. Selina Hughes, her eyes full of tears, bit her lower lip gently and reached out to tug Adrian Jennings’ sleeve, "Brother, I really..." Adrian Jennings pushed Selina Hughes away forcefully and walked upstairs while making a phone call. Selina Hughes stumbled from the hard push and almost fell, looking at Talia’s departing figure with increasing hatred. After Shawn Rhodes and Talia left, Mrs. Jennings continued to grumble incessantly. Melinda Lynch glanced at Selina Hughes flatly, said nothing, and went upstairs. Ian Jennings listened to the old lady’s incessant grumbling, his head aching severely. He furrowed his brow, weary, and rubbed his temples, "Mom, you’re not thinking straight. The Rhodes Family has had several incidents because of us; why are you so biased against Talia?" Mrs. Jennings was indignant. "What do you mean I’m biased against her? She just slapped Selina right in front of us without any evidence, just walked over and slapped her. What’s wrong with you, as a father? Your daughter was slapped, you didn’t even stand up for her, then you say I’m the one at fault? Who’s really confused here?" Ian Jennings sighed deeply, "It was indeed wrong of her to slap Selina for no reason, but your words were harsh. It’s over now; discussing it further won’t help." Ian Jennings finished speaking and left as well. Selina Hughes sat beside Mrs. Jennings with tearful eyes, talking pitifully, "Grandma, it’s all Selina’s fault. Sister Talia never liked me, I’ve always known that. It’s nothing to get slapped, but it stirred you up so much. I’m really worried it might affect your health. Please calm down." Mrs. Jennings looked at Selina Hughes affectionately, reaching out to gently stroke her face, "Good child, you’ve been wronged. Does it still hurt?" Selina Hughes, tears welling up, shook her head, "It doesn’t hurt anymore, Grandma." Mrs. Jennings felt distressed seeing Selina Hughes’ swollen face and quickly instructed the maid to boil an egg for her to apply to her face. Adrian Jennings called Luke Langdon to ask him to investigate Selina Hughes and Ethan Grant’s recent activities. Meanwhile, after leaving The Jennings Family, Talia and Shawn Rhodes first went to the hospital to see Lillian Young. Lillian Young had woken up but was still emotionally unstable. Seeing Talia, her eyes immediately reddened. "Talia, your sister... your sister..." Lillian Young cried uncontrollably. Talia felt uncomfortable too and said some words to comfort her. "Auntie, Vincent Fletcher wants to use Jasmine as a hostage to negotiate terms with Adrian Jennings, so Jasmine should not be in any immediate danger. Please don’t be too sad or harm your health." These words were not unfounded. Vincent Fletcher, despite being a heartless madman, is a calculating individual. Killing Jasmine does him no good. On the contrary, keeping Jasmine alive to negotiate terms with Adrian Jennings is the most sensible approach. Talia calmed down and convinced herself that Jasmine still had some utility value, and Vincent Fletcher would certainly keep Jasmine alive. After leaving the hospital, Talia went to a nearby phone store to buy a new phone and replaced her SIM card. Once powered on, numerous missed calls and unread messages flooded her phone. Talia skimmed through them, and the majority were from Adrian Jennings, with others from Shawn Rhodes, Lillian Young, and her friends and colleagues. ʀᴇᴀᴅ ʟᴀᴛᴇsᴛ ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀs ᴀᴛ 𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙡⚫𝔣𝔦𝔯𝔢⚫𝘯𝘦𝘵 After a harrowing night, she finally felt safe. With a new phone, Talia immediately contacted Michelle Scott. "Talia?" Michelle Scott sounded incredulous, her voice choked with tears, "Are you okay? I couldn’t reach you last night, I was so worried. I was afraid something happened to you, and in desperation, I called the police. How are you? Where are you now?" Talia didn’t want to involve unrelated people or worry her friends, so she didn’t mention being kidnapped by Vincent Fletcher. She replied softly, "I’m alright now, I’m sorry, something came up unexpectedly last night, and I couldn’t answer you." Michelle Scott breathed a sigh of relief. "As long as you’re okay." Talia asked again, "Where are you now?" "Send me the address; I’ll come to find you now." Michelle Scott gave her an address. Having just left The Jennings Family, their driver took them to the hospital, and she drove the car away herself when she left the hospital. Talia checked the navigation; the hotel was nearby, about a ten-minute drive away.