Muffins And Whiskey (Triplets #1)

Chapter 23

SAMMY is now a wanted fugitive, made the household of Lertratkosum household shifted from cautious optimism to a pressing sense of danger. Her increasingly erratic behavior escalated and it became clear that she was willing to go to extreme lengths to get what she wanted. Her acts sending death threats to Mae, the ex-wife of her new husband causing concern among the family. Phuwin never hide what he saw in the box, that was when they knew that it wasnt the the first time her mother received such death threats. Even when she's working, someone will text her nor call her and telling that she will pay.

Mae cannot think other name to point who did this other than that woman. Now that she escaped and can freely planned for hwr wickedness.

They're coordinating with the Police about the  situation, the authorities assured them to catch that fugitive.

One afternoon, Phuwin and Mae decided to go grocery shopping together because it was suggested to them that they should not walk alone. As they strolled through the aisles of the local store, chatting and picking out items, neither of them noticed the black van parked outside, its occupants watching intently.

"Do you think we should tell Pond about the threats Mom?" Phu asked, glancing around uneasily.

Mae shook his head. "He’s already dealing with so much. Let’s keep this to ourselves for now. We’ll figure it out."

Just as they finished checking out and were loading their groceries into Mae’s car in the parking lot, the doors of the black van swung open. Two masked figures rushed out grabbing Mae and Phuwin before they could react.

"Hey! Let go of us!"Mae shouted, struggling against their grip.

Phuwin fought back but the assailants were too strong. They quickly shoved them into the van and slammed the doors shut, the vehicle roaring to life as it sped away.

Inside the van, Phuwin and Mae exchanged panicked glances. "What do they want?" Phuwin asked, trying to assess the situation. He's calm outside but his flesh is trembling in fear.

"I have no idea but surely it has to be related to Sammy" Mae replied, her voice shaking. "She must have sent them."

After what felt like an eternity, the van came to a sudden stop. The doors swung open and the two captives were dragged out and taken into an old barn. It was dark and musty the air thick with the scent of damp wood and hay.

"Get in there" one of the masked figures shouted, shoving them into the barn. They stumbled inside, their hearts racing as they tried to get their bearings.

Once inside, the masked men secured Mae and Phuwin to a couple of rickety chairs, using ropes to bind their hands. Mae looked around, her eyes wide with fear.

"What are we going to do?" he whispers to his son

"Stay calm" Phuwin whispered back, trying to project confidence despite the panic rising in him. His twins or Pond are not here to protect him, he had to protect himself and his mom. He need to be brave even though his flesh are trembling with the smell of the danger that awaits them.

"We’ll find a way out of this"

Just then, the door creaked open and the leader of the group stepped in, removing his mask to reveal an unfamiliar face---one of Sammy’s associates.

"You thought you could get away, didn’t you?" he sneered, moving closer. "Sammy wants to send a message"

"Let us go! Why she's doing this?" Mae shouted, her voice fierce despite her fear.

"Oh, easy there mommy. Sammy wants you out of the picture, Mae. You have no idea how far she’s willing to go" he replied, a twisted smile on his face.

Phuwin’s mind raced. He needed to think of a way to turn the situation around. He saw this scene multiple times in a movie and acting impulsive will make you die.

Just relax and be vigilant.

"You don’t have to do this. Sammy will only get herself into trouble" she added, trying to appeal to the man’s sense of reason.

"Trouble? She’s already in it. But she has a plan and you’re both part of it" he said, pacing the room. "Once we’re done here, no one will stand in her way"

Just then, a loud crash echoed from outside, followed by the unmistakable sound of sirens approaching. The man’s expression shifted to one of panic.

"What the hell? They found us!"

Phuwin seized the moment. He looked at her mother and whispered as the men left to watch the commotion outside.

"This is our chance Mom" he whispers to Mae, his heart racing with fear and excitement  to escape at the same time. "If we can get free, we can fight back"

As the commotion outside grew louder, the man turned to check the door, giving Phuwin the opportunity he needed. He leaned forward, using his body weight to tip the chair over, causing it to fall to the ground. Just like what he saw in many action movies. With determination, he rolled until he could reach Mae’s chair, working to loosen the ropes around her wrists and she freed him too.

"Come on, we have to hurry" Phuwin urged, adrenaline pumping through him.

Mae managed to make his hands free just as the door burst open, and more figures rushed into the barn. Phuwin and Mae scrambled to their feet, ready to face whatever came next.

"Let’s go" Phuwin shouted, grabbing Mae’s hand as they dashed toward the exit, their hearts pounding as they raced against time and the chaos around them.

As they burst out of the barn into the sunlight, they could hear the sounds of the police closing in, and for the first time in what felt like ages, hope surged within them.

As Phuwin and Mae sprinted out of the barn, their hearts raced with adrenaline and hope. But just as they reached the open field, they stopped dead in their tracks. Standing in front of them, blocking their path, was Sammy with a gun gripped tightly in her hand. Her eyes glinting with a mix of anger and desperation.

"Going somewhere?" she smirked

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