Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem



Blossom was in deep trouble.

Someone had set their sights on the ancient artifacts that had just been unearthed and hatched a plan to kidnap her.

The kidnappers threatened Blossom's parents, demanding the ancient artifacts in exchange for her safety, or else they threatened to harm her! Blossom's parents were renowned professors in the field of archaeology, and they were responsible for the excavation of these artifacts.

The dig site was massive, filled with numerous artifacts, and it took nearly two years to complete the excavation.

The artifacts that were unearthed were invaluable!

Among the most noteworthy finds were a box of seeds that hadn't sprouted but hadn't spoiled, and a plate of well-preserved cakes.

There was also a body that hadn't decomposed!

The preservation of the body was comparable to the Lady of the Hanning in terms of its incredible condition.

Even more astonishing was the discovery of a thriving green plant in the main burial chamber.

The conditions of the tomb were hardly suitable for plant life, making the survival of this plant a miracle!

This burial chamber had a history of over a thousand years, with undecayed bodies, unspoiled seeds, intact cakes, and a living plant - all of these were marvels!

The research value contained within was self-evident!

This was another milestone in human archaeological history!

Selling these items abroad would be a great loss and a disgrace to our nation!

These items were left by our ancestors, filled with their wisdom and cultural heritage. Why should other countries have the privilege to study and learn from them?!

Our national treasures ought to remain within the country; other nations are not entitled to possess them!Copyright Nôv/el/Dra/ma.Org.

And once artifacts are taken abroad, it's nearly impossible to reclaim them!

Aware of the seriousness, Blossom's parents, of course, wouldn't hand over the artifacts to the kidnappers.

But they couldn't just disregard their daughter's well-being.

The kidnappers warned them not to call the police, threatening immediate harm to Blossom if they did. If they wanted their daughter back, they would have to exchange her for the artifacts!

Blossom's parents didn't want to betray their country, nor could they bear to abandon their daughter.

Thus, they found themselves in a dire predicament!

Left with no choice, they reached out to Tarquin.

Tarquin had connections with the Blythe family, and Blossom was Elysia's best friend. Right now, he was their only hope for help.

When Elysia heard about Blossom's kidnapping, she burst into tears, wracked with worry.

Several youngsters, upon hearing the news, clenched their fists in anger, gritting their teeth: "Who are these jerks daring to mess with our Blossom?!"

Axel leaned against a tree outside the main building, hands in his pockets, expressionless.

His mind was filled with images of Blossom's starry-eyed gaze and her unabashed adoration...

Birds chirped in the tree, reminiscent of Blossom's chattering presence.

Tarquin was nearby on the phone. Hearing the words "harm her," Axel's expression turned even colder.

Tarquin's brow was furrowed; he understood the gravity of Blossom's kidnapping and knew about the close bond between Elysia and Blossom.

After calming Blossom's parents, he made further arrangements.

Hanging up the phone, he turned to Axel, "Get ready, we're heading to Silver City."

Entering the house, Tarquin saw Elysia crying, his heart ached, but he was at a loss for words.

Telling her not to worry seemed pointless. She and Blossom were as close as sisters; of course, she was worried.

"The kidnappers are after the artifacts, not Blossom's life. They won't harm her easily. We have enough time to save her. I've already coordinated with Folly, and I'm heading to Silver City now. I'll keep you updated on any developments."

"I'm coming too!" Elysia and the four youngsters said in unison.

Baby, unfamiliar with Blossom but hearing her siblings' concerns, piped up in her babyish voice, "Me go too."

Before Tarquin could respond, Elysia turned to Clayton, "Dad, Blossom has been my best friend for years, always there for me. Folly and Hollis have been great to me too. Now that they're in trouble, I must go and help."