Reborn In a Murderer’s Embrace

Chapter 405

Melody was playing a dangerous game, and I knew it. It wasn't just a hunch that Robin wouldn't abandon us, and that he'd find me and Stella-it was a calculated guess. So, Melody's decision to stay hidden was a trap to lure me in? To take me out when I least expected it?

The thought sent shivers down my spine. Melody wanted to take over my life, and the only way to do that was to get rid of me.

"Something's off about Melody," Robin began, but before he could finish his thought, the staircase beneath us trembled.

"Watch out!"

"Phoebe!"

In a split second, the staircase shattered, leaving a gaping, dark void that seemed to lead straight to the basement of this 17-story nightmare.

Colin, panicked, tried to rush forward but was luckily caught by Bran, saving him from tumbling into the abyss.

"Colin!" My heart clenched, and I yelled his name as I teetered on the edge of the broken floor.

depth below. Looking up at me, Colin's eyes were filled

to the void, his eyes reflecting his fear

find another way out. Wait for me on the 15th floor," I said, trying to inject a note

gonna have my head," Bran muttered, pulling Colin back from the brink. Colin's gaze hardened at

looking away. "There's

in," I said, glancing at Robin. There was no

and tapped on the wall, an indication that James was still trapped inside. But the fool wasn't making any progress with the door. Suddenly, a click sounded from within,

and Dexter finding their way to us. As the wall opened, James, fueled by rage, lunged at me.

I sidestepped smoothly, watching as he stumbled

screamed as he almost fell, but Robin, ever the hero, grabbed him by the collar at the last second. I knew Robin wouldn't just stand by

you value your life, you'll keep quiet from now on," I warned James, stepping into the room where Melody and Dexter were indeed waiting. Dexter's eyes lit up with relief at seeing me,

need to find another way

Let her lead us out," I said, pointing at Melody, my

sarcasm.

in her gaze. "Done

you at your own game," I replied