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Desperate Times: An Unexpected Twist

Inspired by James Patterson's novel: Worst Case

Detective Michael Bennett wasn't a man who believed in coincidences. The abduction of the third Wall Street tycoon's child confirmed that it was more than a mere chance. The count was up to three, and the clock was ticking fast. It wasn't just a case of ransom anymore; it was a sick game, devised by a twisted mind with an omnipresent, taunting smirk.

The third child, Emily, was found alive in an abandoned warehouse. The abductor, whom they had now begun calling 'The Supremacist,' had left a trail of breadcrumbs, almost as if inviting Bennett to find her. Emily was petrified but unharmed, a riddle scribbled on her arm, an impossibly difficult mathematical equation that Bennett knew they needed to solve before time ran out.

Meanwhile, FBI agent, Emily Parker was assigned to assist Bennett. There was undeniable chemistry between them; however, they both knew that their priority was to solve the case and catch The Supremacist. With her exceptional skills in profiling criminals, Emily was a valuable asset to Bennett's team. Together, they began deciphering the mathematical riddle.

Fueling Bennett’s determination and worry was his family of ten foster children, who he feared could potentially be the next targets. The constant looming danger made Bennett's every waking moment a nightmare. Bennett and Parker followed every possible lead, delving deeper into the dark labyrinth of the abductor's mind.

As they unraveled the riddle, they realized it was pointing towards the city’s power grid. Could it be an attempt to disrupt the city's power? As they raced against time, deciphering the riddle and the motives behind it, a shocking revelation gave them pause. The supremacist was not alone. He had a disciple, someone within their department, feeding him information.

In a thrilling climax, Bennett and Parker managed to prevent a city-wide blackout and apprehend the disciple. However, The Supremacist remained at large, his vicious game's final move still unknown. In the terrifying yet adrenaline-charged end, Bennett realized that as they moved closer, the danger to his family increased.

The story lingered on a cliffhanger that left readers eagerly waiting for the next installment in the riveting saga of Detective Michael Bennett. His battle against The Supremacist was far from over, and the answers were hidden in the heart of chaos itself.