The 1.4 billion was meant to stabilize the kidnappers and ensure they didn't harm their captives, securing the safety of both Ellis and Victoria.
To suggest that the 1.4 billion was solely for Victoria's rescue was ludicrous. Victoria had the Brooks family to pay her ransom, while Ellis only had him.
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