Kendall sighs, the press conference had done its job, but every tip that they had gotten wasn't getting them any closer to finding the men. Russo had purchased about 3 vans all with cash, but they were all earlier models, practically untraceable. Ollie and Jensen had spoken to a gas station attendant who spoke to Silas Young. Silas just told the attendant that he was going on a road trip, Silas apparently got a lot of food.
They had spoken to the company that Kyle uses to manage his diabetes but they aren't willing to give over the records unless they had a search warrant. He hopes that the families and friends will help at least one of the kidnappers feel guilty. He looks up to see the first wave of wrestlers enter the police department. Bobby Fish comes over to him.
"Listen, sir, I know that you said we should only talk to one person," Bobby says. "But…they…they have all 3 of my lovers there. I can't just talk to Kyle."
"Okay," Kendall says. "I'll leave you and Zelina for last."
"Thank you, Officer Kendall," Bobby says. Kendall just nods. He slowly approaches the group.
"Remember it is okay to show emotions," Kendall tells them. "This is not only a plea to the kidnappers but also a way to help your friends and family members keep fighting and not lose hope."
"I just don't understand why any of this is happening," Jerry says. "My son has been through enough shit in his lifetime."
"We are going to find them," Kendall says. "Okay, it's time, you ready?"
"As ready as I can be," Peter says.
"Malenko, I would like you to start," Kendall says.
"Okay," Malenko says. The group followed Kendall out to the front of the police station.
"Behind me are the wrestler's family and friends," Kendall says. "They would like to say a few words." Malenko steps up to the podium.
"Hello, I am Trent's Dad," Malenko says. "I know that the statement that my son put out started all of this. But he was doing what he thought best, he was helping others that needed it. But hurting him because you are hurting is not right. Please, if there is any good left in you, let him go." Malenko steps back from the podium, Tully squeezing his shoulder as he steps up.
"Good evening everyone, I am Shawn Spear's father," Tully says. "I am pleading with you, please don't hurt my son. You've hurt him enough already. Don't you think you've caused enough pain? You must have known that your actions would have consequences but this…kidnapping people, holding them hostage doing God knows what to them. Enough is enough." Orton sighs, stepping up to the podium.
"Listen, I don't know what Max did in order for you to take him. If maybe someone close to him pissed you off, if it is a way to get back at someone, but my son is innocent. He's done nothing wrong here. Just don't hurt him, please." Orton says, stepping back wiping the tears from his eyes. He couldn't help but feel guilty, that maybe something he did caused this. He looks up to listen to BJ speak.
"Roderick, if you are watching this, I need you to stay strong," BJ Whitmer says. "I need you to protect yourself, I know that because you are the oldest there you have to protect them. But your old man is asking you to please watch your back, don't let them break you. You are strong, why'd you think we named you that in the first place?" Jerry Lynn is the next to step up, he puts his hands on the podium staring straight at the camera.
"I don't know why you wanted your own son kidnapped. I don't even try to understand your logic, Lex. But if I hear you harmed one hair on his head, I promise you, you won't see any of your kids again. This is the last straw. Joey, bud, please fight, please know that we are looking for you and we are going to find you. You just have to hold on, okay?" Jerry says.
The press conference continues, the last three, wanting to stay together, just for support. Zelina is the last to speak, taking a deep breath before starting.
"Aleister, no matter what happens, you cannot blame yourself," Zelina says. "You can't put the blame on yourself, that is too much for you to bear. You are doing the best that you can, I know you are. Buddy, take care of him, take care of each other. You both need each other right now. Please stay safe. Stay strong, I love you."
