Comeback Of The Adored Heiress

Chapter 741:

“Closer!” Andrew snapped, and the jet inched nearer to the chaos below. Madisyn’s eyes flickered over the sea of terrified people rushing away from the destruction, some filled with relief, others still frozen in fear.

In the distance, the wail of countless police cars filled the air as they sped toward the scene.

“My undercover told me the base was destroyed today,” Andrew explained. “I knew they’d be trying to escape, so I contacted the police in advance to help them get out.”

Madisyn nodded, a wave of relief washing over her. At least these innocent people would make it back to their homes.

But where was Howard?

She still hadn’t spotted him.

At the exit of the base, Howard struggled to move, Milly heavy on his back.

harsh light outside nearly blinded him, tears stinging

an explosion erupted in front of him, sending debris tumbling down and

His heart sank.

now sealed—escape was impossible. Behind him, the explosions continued, their heat relentless, as though the very

found a corner and collapsed to the ground, gently easing Milly off his

his hand against her cheek, the touch tender but powerless. Despite the blistering heat, her face remained cold and pale, a haunting reminder of the torment she’d suffered.

pulled Milly closer, holding her tight as he braced for the inevitable

he refused to let go, his body shielding Milly from the flames. The base was a nightmare, crumbling and burning,

tear tracing a line down his cheek. His heart ached with the regret of not being able to

failed as a

had never allowed himself to cry,

explosion drew nearer, he steeled himself

everyone, push harder!” From beyond the wreckage, a voice rang out. The debris shifted, and a small gap began to form. Bricks tumbled away, and a rope ladder was flung through the

urgently from the helicopter