You're Out, Daddy novel (Natasha and Kenneth)
Chapter 468

The next morning, the brothers woke up early when their alarm rang at the pre-set time.

Worried that Kenneth would leave without them, both of them had prepared themselves first thing in the morning.

Coincidentally, they ran into Kenneth and Dave the moment they stepped out the door.

Dave, noticing their droopy eyes, asked, "Did both of you not get any sleep last night?"

"Let's not talk about it." Anthony sighed in resignation. "Last night, Thalia forced us to accompany her on the balcony till dawn."

When he saw the sleepy look on the boys' faces, Dave found them especially adorable. It was as if both of them were being forced to go to work.

Looking at them, Kenneth suggested, "You two should go back to sleep. Dave and I will take care of things."

However, the boys-jolted awake by his words-shook their heads instead.

"No, we want to go!"

"But " Dave gave them a teasing look.

"We're fine. We're not sleepy at all!" Both of them forced themselves to look alert.

At the boys' reaction, Dave and Kenneth chuckled in unison.

"Daddy, even though Mr. Dave knows that shop, we were the ones who first discovered it. Perhaps we could replace other clues there. Don't you think so?" Anthony asked. Kenneth nodded in agreement. "That makes sense."

"So..."

"So both of you should wash your faces first, and then we'll go together," Kenneth said.

After nodding in acknowledgment, Anthony and Benjamin rushed to freshen up and pack before zipping back out, fearful that Kenneth would leave them behind.

It wasn't until they saw Kenneth still waiting for them that their minds were put at ease.

Kenneth handed them some food. "Grab a simple bite first. Once we see Nat, I'll treat you boys to a feast."

Anthony and Benjamin took the food and began to dig in.

With Kenneth in the driver's seat, the four of them set off.

The shop wasn't far away, so the journey was short. When they arrived within its vicinity, they-worried about being noticed-stopped and parked the car at the side. Anthony pointed at the shop. "Daddy, that's the one!"

After giving it a look, Kenneth turned toward the boys. "You guys should stay here and stay out of sight. I'll go in alone."

"Daddy, isn't it too early for you to go now?" Anthony asked.

"Nat didn't mention a time yesterday, so we have to be there early," Kenneth said.

"Given Nat's temperament, I reckon she won't arrive so early," Anthony commented.

"This time's special, hence unpredictable. Anyway, I'll get myself prepared while you guys keep an eye out here. Let me know once Nat arrives," Kenneth instructed. Anthony nodded.

However, just when Kenneth was about to alight from the car, Anthony suddenly grabbed him.

Turning around, Kenneth could see the brimming hope in Anthony's eyes.

"What's wrong?"

Anthony gave him an earnest look. "Daddy, tell Nat that we miss her a lot."

Kenneth looked at Anthony, then at Benjamin. "All right."

"Also, give this to Nat." Anthony handed something to Kenneth, who looked down at it.

"This is a secret between Nat and us. Daddy, you're not allowed to peek," Anthony said.

Kenneth curled his lips. "That's something I can't guarantee." With that, he opened the car door and got out.

Anthony and Benjamin watched as Kenneth walked away.

It wasn't until Kenneth entered the shop that Dave covered his ear. "Testing. How's the signal?"

"It's working."

"Okay. Let's stay in touch."

"Okay."

Benjamin and Anthony stayed in the car, which was parked in an inconspicuous area. Lucky for them, they could get an unobstructed view of the entrance of the shop. Just like that, they began their wait.

As the seconds ticked by, the brothers grew increasingly anxious, unlike Dave, who was steady as a rock.

At that moment, Anthony looked at Dave. "Mr. Dave, how's Daddy doing?"

Dave flashed a smile in response. "He's fine. Don't worry."

Anthony nodded.

He was about to say something when another car slowly approached.

At the sight of it, he exclaimed, "Someone's here!"

The others looked over, and Dave spoke into the headset. "J, someone's coming. Remember to stay out of sight."

A black sedan stopped near the shop entrance.

There were two foreign men at the front. Both of them looked muscular and were carrying weapons.

Their arrival caused Dave and the boys to grow vigilant.

As the sedan door opened, one of the foreign men got out and opened the door to the back seat. From it, Natasha subsequently emerged. "It's Nat!" Benjamin exclaimed.

The silent Anthony continued to watch intently.

The feeling of being so close yet far away at the same time filled them with a sense of helplessness.

Dave's eyes glistened with mixed emotions as he whispered into his headset, "The one you've been longing for is here!"

Right then, one of the armed men said something to Natasha before she walked into the shop.

After the car was parked a few meters away, one of them stood guard at the entrance.

As for Dave and the boys, they continued to monitor the situation, ready to assist whenever needed.

In the shop, Natasha was browsing through its wares while scanning the surroundings.

Soon, her gaze fell upon the back door.

Noticing that the guard outside would look inside the shop from time to time, she pretended to choose a few items.

While paying for them, she-on purpose-asked the shop owner, "Do you have a restroom here?"

The owner answered, "Yes, it's at the back."

"Okay, I'll need to use it." With that, Natasha headed toward the back.

No sooner did she do so than the guard outside walked in. "Where are you going?"

Natasha turned around and replied, "The restroom. Why? Do you want to come along?"

The guard frowned. "Is that where the restroom is?"

Staring at the guard's weapon, the owner nodded repeatedly. "Yes, it's behind the door. Also, if you walk further in, the path leads to a dead end."

In response, the guard threw Natasha a glance. "Boss mentioned that it's not safe around here. Let me check it out for you first." He then walked right in. Natasha stood in the shop and remained silent.

Staring at his silhouette, she balled her slender fingers into fists.

When the guard walked over and opened the iron door, he was greeted by a meter-wide alley. Even though it was long, one could clearly see that it led to a dead end. After checking the surroundings and making sure there was nothing suspicious, the guard returned to Natasha's side. "Go on. Be quick. I'll wait for you outside." Natasha ignored him. She narrowed her eyes and went out the back door.