Silent Search: A Father’s Desperate Journey as His Daughter Vanishes
“Daughter Vanishes, Father Tracks Her Phone and Loses the Gift of Speech”
Loss of a spouse Peter is in a state of consternation as a result of the discovery that his daughter, who has been absent for three days, was never actually enrolled at the university that she claimed to attend. After hiring a hacker out of desperation for answers, he is taken aback by the frightening reality that the hacker finds by the hacker.
Peter was seated at his luxurious dining table, eating in a robotic manner while regularly checking his phone. Catherine, his daughter, had not responded to any of his calls for the past three days, and he was waiting expectantly for a response from her. While he was heaving a sigh, he repeated her phone number, but he was met with nothing.
Peter was thinking to himself, “My dear Caroline,” as he looked at a photograph of his late wife, Caroline. If only you were here, you would be able to assist Catherine and I in locating a language that we both understand.
In particular, the fact that he had buried himself in work in order to deal with his grief due to the loss of Caroline had contributed to the deepening of the distance that existed between him and Catherine.
Peter was able to recall his most recent conversation with Catherine. Following her graduation from university, he had enthusiastically extended an offer of employment to her through a buddy who was a businessman. Catherine, on the other hand, was not content.
The words “You’re deciding my fate for me again!” were spoken by her. I had no intention of attending that particular university. As you are aware, I have always had the desire to dance and to pursue my passion. On the other hand, you compel me to give it up and force me into a life that I did not choose!
After saying that, she got off the phone, leaving Peter to deal with the fact that their relationship was already in a difficult state.
After experiencing a tremendous sense of loss and coming to the conclusion that he knew very little about Catherine’s life and her goals, Peter called his business colleague Alan to seek about any information that could be accessible. He was interested in learning about any information that might be available.
The statement that he made over the phone was as follows: “I’m a little worried about Catherine.” “She has not been picking up my calls,” another person informed me. Is she someone you are familiar with? As a result of the fact that you are in charge of operations in the same town where she is attending school, I am going to guess that you have probably already met each other.
To which Peter said, “I haven’t seen Catherine in quite some time,” Alan said. You should know that she is kind of self-reliant. I will convey any information that I come across to you.
“Thank you so much, Alan. “I am grateful for it.”
The call was terminated by Peter, who felt much more helpless than he had previously.
After some time had passed, he made a phone call to the institution where he thought Catherine was enrolled. Concern could be heard in his voice as he said, “I’m calling about my daughter, Catherine G—”
The administrator from the institution said, “I’m sorry, Mr. Greenwood, but there is no student by that name enrolled at our university,” which left Peter in a state of astonishment. After expressing his gratitude to her, he stopped the call. Peter was completely oblivious to the events around him. What could possibly have prevented Catherine from enrolling at the university? During each semester, he would send her money to cover her tuition.
Peter, who was both perplexed and anxious, made the decision to go to the police station. Through his meeting with Officer Mount, he detailed everything. Catherine, who is my daughter, has not been seen. The fact that she has not answered to my calls and that she is not registered at the university speaks volumes. Also, he informed him that he had been sending her money, under the impression that she was occupied with advancing her profession.
“Do you know her friends or anyone she might spend time with?” The officer Mount inquired.
“I… I don’t know,” Peter said, in recognition of the fact that he had become disconnected from Catherine’s life.
“Mr. Greenwood, it seems as though your daughter might just require some space,” the speaker said. “You are aware of how children behave in this day and age,” the officer advised. In that little period, Peter was convinced by him. In the end, he was aware that Catherine was dissatisfied with him.
However, if she were to ignore him for no other reason than a heated conversation and she did not care about how worried he was because he was unable to get in touch with her, he would make her realise how wrong she was!
Determined, Peter went back to his house and dialled the number of Simon, a programmer who worked for Peter’s company and was well-known for his hacking skills. “It’s Peter and it’s Simon. “I am in desperate need of your assistance in locating my daughter’s phone,” he pleaded with you.
“Mr. Greenwood, you know that’s not exactly… legal, right?”
Simon, I am aware of that. Peter persisted, “But I’m on the verge of despair.” “There’s a good reward if you just help me!”
Having reached an agreement to assist, Simon quickly arrived at Peter’s residence and immediately began tracing Catherine’s phone. Finally, Simon was able to locate her after a great deal of concentration and rapid keystrokes. “I was still able to track down her phone. He informed Peter that she was now present at a nightclub known as the Red Moon.
Observing the computer screen, Peter looked at it. Under his breath, he scanned the address and said, “This nightclub is located in the same town where she is studying.”
Urgently, he inquired, “Are you able to monitor her activities during the night?”
I would need to keep track of her movement patterns because it is complicated. However, I am able to access her phone camera in order to gain real-time information,” Simon responded with some reluctance.
Insisting, “Do it,” Peter pushed.
Following a few minutes, a live feed displayed Catherine engaging in provocative dancing on stage at a nightclub that was surrounded by strip poles. As Peter muttered, “It can’t be,” he was taken aback.
The room was filled with the sound of a woman’s voice, the sound of which encouraged Catherine. Peter’s heart sunk as he experienced a range of feelings.
Peter made the decision to travel to the location where Catherine was located as Simon was leaving.
As Peter made his way through the night to the place where he had sent his daughter to study, he was plagued by thoughts of the video and the secret life that his daughter had been leading. He couldn’t help but think about the money, which amounted to almost $200,000 in all, that he had provided she over the course of four years, under the impression that it was for her education.
Peter arrived in the city just as dawn was breaking, exhausted but determined to survive. When he arrived at the club, he saw that it was closed; nevertheless, the administrator of the club was just arriving that morning to begin the day. Peter made his way over to the woman.
“Hello, my name is Peter. Catherine, my daughter, is a dancer, and I am looking for her here,” he explained.
She gave a slight shake of her head. Those are not the kinds of dancers that we hire. This establishment is a typical nightclub.
“I saw her in a video,” Peter insisted more than once. It was here, on stage, that she was dancing.
After a brief pause, the woman reflected. This must be a reference to ‘Dancing Queen.’ This was a private gathering that they were attending. This individual is not a member of our regular staff.
The eyes of Peter became wider. The Queen of Dancing? Could you please provide me with their contact information?
A smirk appeared on the woman’s face. These individuals are well-known in this area. ‘Dancing Queen’ can be found by just searching the internet. You’ll find everything you require.”
That was done by Peter. He came upon a number of photographs of Catherine with the title “Dancing Queen” on the internet. His pride was eclipsed by his shame, and he appeared to see her in a different light. His eyes then fell upon a phone number that was listed for reservations.
It was Amanda, the manager of the group, who he called. It’s me, Chuck. While Peter was trying to conceal his true intentions, he added, “I would like to book your group for my birthday.”
The tone of Amanda’s voice was upbeat. No problem, Chuck. When do you require our assistance?
“The thirteenth of January.” But before we get into it, would you mind if I watched a rehearsal? Peter made a demand.
“Without a doubt! At two o’clock, we will begin. The response from Amanda was, “I’ll text the address.”
While Peter was later at the dance hall, he witnessed Catherine’s performance, which was full of grace and energy. Their gazes connected, and she immediately stopped dancing and moved closer to him.
“So, you’re Chuck, huh?” Catherine inquired, being both astonished and defiant.
She was accosted by Peter. The university is a hoax, according to you! Can you tell me what you did with the money?
“I used it for living and starting ‘Dancing Queen.’ I’ll pay you back,” Catherine exclaimed in response to the question.
“You’re running Dancing Queen?” Peter was taken aback by the news.
In response, she confirmed, “Yes, we are successful.”
It’s a stripper, all right! What kind of life did you hope to have?
“Dad, I’m not any kind of stripper!” Catherine responded by saying, “It’s not about selling my body; it’s about my talent.”
“What would your mother say—”
“Don’t bring Mom into this,” she spewed out in a snarl. “She would’ve understood me!”
The tension in the air was pierced through by the sound of Catherine’s phone ringing. The image of Alan’s face appeared on the screen, and it was titled “My Love.”
This is Alan, right? Is he set as ‘My Love’ on your mobile device? Are you two in a relationship? In a state of shock and disbelief, Peter inquired.
Absolutely, for the past three years. Even more recently, he made a proposal to me!
Peter clenched his fists around his head, unable to process the information. I simply cannot believe this. “Catherine, what exactly took place with you?”
Catherine’s phone rang once more before she could come up with a response. Alan was the one. Her response was given, but she failed to remember that her phone was still attached to the speakers. The hall was filled with people who heard Alan’s voice. To my beloved, I am currently outside. It was early when I left work. Have a meal with me here.”
With a range of feelings driving him, Peter hurriedly made his way downstairs.
“Dad, you need to stop! Tell me, what are you doing?
Peter noticed Alan’s automobile while he was outside. He made a beeline for the location, abruptly opened the door, and confronted Alan. “How could you possibly do that? Together with my daughter?
There was a disagreement between Alan and Peter. Even before Catherine arrived, the two guys accused and insulted each other. They continued to do this until she arrived.
“Dad, I don’t want to hang out with you! In the moments before she and Alan left, she made the declaration, “You try to control everything.”
Following Alan the following day, Peter, who was feeling defeated but determined, followed Alan. After driving to Alan’s office building, he waited for the man to get into his vehicle and drive away. Peter, who was following him, found himself in close proximity to a more humble residence, from which another woman, a dancer from the show “Dancing Queen,” emerged.
While they were in the car, Peter witnessed the woman and Alan exchanging a kiss. In response to the sight, Peter’s heart sunk. In a fit of rage, he attacked Alan’s vehicle by pounding on the window as he marched towards it.
Alan stated in a calm voice, “Relax, Peter,” as he strolled out of the room.
“You are an unfaithful partner to my daughter! “She is deserving of the truth!” Peter asserted in a solid manner.
Alan gave a sneer. Because she won’t find out. It is my intention to expose your theft of business monies if you tell Catherine about it. There is no doubt in my mind.”
Peter was stunned when he realised that his unlawful activities could bring him to ruin.
A grin spread across Alan’s face. “And with that, Peter, one more thing. It is possible that this will assist you in seeing things more clearly. Catherine is a wonderful partner in bed. The words “far better than this girl” were uttered in a sneering manner by him before he climbed into his vehicle and drove away.
On the other hand, Peter would never allow one such as Alan to ruin his life. After some time had passed, Peter went to Alan’s residence with the intention of confronting him. After watching Catherine go for her dancing practice, he went up to the door and approached it. Sarcasm was Alan’s response to his arrival.
Alan posed the question, “Here to fight again?”
Peter’s response was, “No, I want to talk about our future dealings,” and he was right.
The door was opened for him by Alan.
The living room became their dwelling space.
Curiosity prompted Peter to look around. This location is very pleasant. Would you mind guiding me around?”
He got to his feet. “Sure, let’s go.”
As they went through the home, Peter managed to keep his composure. While Peter was exploring the wine cellar in the basement, he kept Alan inside until he was finished. After that, he started a fire in the kitchen. Catherine’s homecoming came as a complete surprise. A phone had been left behind by her. When she saw the fire, she did not waste any time in grabbing the fire extinguisher. She heard Alan’s screams just as the fire was extinguished, and she hurried immediately to help him.
“He tried to kill me!” In the moment when he emerged from the cellar, Alan exclaimed.
You should know that he is having an affair with one of your teammates! I witnessed him making out with another woman! At Alan, Peter yelled at him.
Catherine was furious and chastised both of them before leaving, feeling overpowered by the betrayal and the chaos.
The atmosphere in the house became increasingly tense after Catherine left. Angry at Peter, Alan made a chilly announcement, “Everywhere in my house is a surveillance camera.” The entirety of your criminal activity has been documented. Investors and law enforcement will be able to see it. It’s possible that you could end up in jail.
When Peter realised that he was being recorded, he shivered. His strategy had been a complete and utter failure.
Alan went on to say, “There is only one way out.” I am going to be completely absent from your daughter’s life. Deliver one million dollars to me within the next two days, or else…”
“What is it? I am sorry, but I do not possess that amount of money! Although I am able to obtain 600 thousand, that is all.”
“Bring what you have and get out!” Alan made a sneering sound.
Peter, who was defeated, departed and drove to a hotel. He contacted Catherine on multiple occasions, but she did not pick up the phone. He came to the realisation that he was in a hopeless and trapped situation while he was sitting by himself.
He contacted Catherine once more when he was in his hotel room, and he sent a text message where he discussed Alan’s blackmail and his need for money. Nothing has been spoken yet.
Peter, who was feeling helpless, turned to alcohol in order to ease his anxiety of being locked up. His thoughts were filled with a mixture of anxiety and sorrow.
A knock was heard late in the night by him.
Peter initially believed that it was the police, but when he answered the door, he discovered Catherine standing there with her eyes welling up and holding a black bag.
In order to give her a hug, he approached her and said, “Daughter, I am so happy that you have returned.”
Nevertheless, Catherine took a step back and offered the bag. Here is a sum of four hundred thousand dollars. It was because I did something that you never believed in that I earned this. “Please take this money, but understand that I no longer want you to be a part of my life,” she added, her voice breaking.
Peter, unable to muster the words, grabbed the bag with trembling hands.
After that, Catherine withdrew from his life that would never be returned. Despite the tears that were flowing down his cheeks, he collapsed to the ground. As he sat there, holding the sign of their shattered relationship, the atmosphere in the room became chillier and more devoid of people.
