Chapter 1347

James quickly changed course and handed Sophie over to Harold, saying, "Stop the bleeding; make sure she pulls through."

Harold caught James's eye for a moment, then looked down at Sophie cradled in his arms, trying to stay calm, "Got it."

As Harold carried Sophie away, Claire shot a glance at James, saying, "Mr. Burke, still can't let go of Sophie, huh? Seems like you really care if you're this eager to save her." James, catching Claire's sarcasm, shot back with a cold stare, "This isn't the time for your comments. Keep your mouth shut, or I'll shut it for you."

"You..."

Claire was about to snap back, but a man next to her intervened, "Enough. Sophie can't die just yet. We need to find out where the treasure is from her."

"...Understood, boss."

Claire stepped aside.

Meanwhile, Harold had already placed Sophie in the car and was rummaging through the first aid kit to stop her bleeding. With limited resources, he managed to give her a painkiller shot before cleaning and stitching her wound. Sophie, in a haze, noticed Harold by her side.

worry, I'll get someone to take you

whispering, "I can't leave... if I do, your

know what

tightly, insisting, "I don't care about that. I'm getting you

"Harold, don't be reckless."

stay, I'll survive, but if you're exposed, you're done for. They'll use you against

en

"But you..."

trust Colby, and I trust myself," Sophie reassured

that, Sophie seemed to drift away, losing consciousness as she lay

he saw James standing there. He had no idea how long James had been there,

remarked, "Does Mr. Burke always have a habit of

James replied, eyes fixed on Sophie's sleeping face. "Just checking if

hanging on, but

glancing back

a serious

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