Revenge is Best Served… After Reborn

Chapter 20

After hearing Sophie’s response, James finally put her down and turned to embrace Nichole.

Colby, who had rushed over from the same floor, noticed Sophie’s ankle wound immediately. It must have been caused by struggling free from the nylon rope.

Without wasting words, Colby stepped forward and-scooped Sophie up in his arms.

Sophie was startled. “What are you doing?”

As they moved, Colby said, “You’re also hurt. Why didn’t you mention it?”

“My injury isn’t important.” Sophie paused, then added, “Besides, he cares more about Nichole.”

It was clear to anyone that James had a special fondness for Nichole that went beyond normal boundaries. She knew she had to be sensible.

“idiot” Colby chided gently as he adjusted Sophie in his arms. “Hold on tight.”

Though she didn’t speak, Sophie tightened her grip around Colby.

“Hurry! The bomb is about to go off!” Adler yelled, prompting Colby to tighten his hold on Sophie and dash out of the unfinished building in the nick of time.

For a moment, the night was lit up with the massive explosion that followed, engulfing the building in flames.

“Get in the car!”

James turned to fetch Sophie but saw her getting into Colby’s

go. I’m really scared, Nichole

no other choice, James

the back seat,

familiar.

the ride,

back, and finally asked, “Don’t you

Sophie blurted

“How did you know?”

Adler was surprised.

“Just a quess.”

She had only

circle was small and unlikely to cause trouble. The biggest thing she had done recently was purchase a piece of land

the one who bought that piece

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path, but Ryan probably didn’t realize the future value of

Colby’s men. That was why Colby