Chapter 9: Mysterious Kidnapping

The driver initially thought they were being robbed and reacted instantly upon hearing those words. He turned his head abruptly towards Elaine and then glanced at the scar-faced man. He suddenly cursed loudly, "Damn it, I thought someone was robbing us, turns out it's a sex trafficking scheme!"

Elaine was hesitating whether to escape or stay when the driver's outburst startled her. She looked at him with surprise, hoping he would do something righteous. However, to her dismay, the man suddenly slapped his thigh and shouted, "Since there's such a good opportunity, you continue, and I'll keep watch for you."

In that moment, Elaine made a decision. Run! She grabbed her handbag, swiftly opened the car door, and sprinted across the road. She faintly heard the man's angry shouts behind her. Glancing back, she saw him getting out of the taxi and chasing after her.

In her haste, Elaine reached into her bag for her phone. Just then, a call came in, and she quickly grabbed the phone. Suddenly,