Crushed Affections (Dominic and Bella)

Chapter 71

Chapter 71 Inescapable Loneliness

Chasing the robber had already drained Bella of most of her energy, and i I was clear she was now completely exhausted.

She had regretted it a thousand times. Why had she been so foolish to chase after him alone? She might lose

her life over a few belongings and shouldn't have been so stu Staring down the alley, she kept telling herself to hold on. She was almost out, almost there. Once she reached the street, she could shout for help and be safe. Suddenly, someone grabbed her arm and pulled her to the ground.

The water puddle soaked her thin clothes, clinging to her skin and accentuating her curves.

The robber crouched down and grabbed her neck. A gleaming knife pressed against her cheek. "I've never met a woman as bold as you. Come have some fun with me, and I' your stuff back. Don't be a bitch."

Bella dared not breathe as her mind raced to find an escape, but the robber gave her no time. He seized her like a small bird and dragged her deeper into the alley.

knife pressed against her lower back and fear blanketing her

women in her situation, she was terrified and cried, but she didn't beg, knowing it would be useless and

What are

sudden shout from the entrance of the alley gave Bella a glimmer of hope.

interrupted in his crime and flew into a rage.

dazed as she saw a single person walk into the alley, Panic set in when she realized the robber

it was too late. The robber had already injured the person

discovered it was Simon! Without hesitation, she asked, "Where

his wound and struggled to straighten up.

and simply nodded. The hospital was nearby, less than a mile

his ribcage but fortunately

room and checking over Simon, she collapsed onto a bench outside the ward. A wave of desolation washed

why fate was so cruel to her. If she hadn't been saved, her life would have

jaws of death