Chapter 219: Allison and the others rushed Kellan to the hospital, the weight of urgency pressing on everyones shoulders.

After what felt like an eternity, the surgeon emerged from the operating room with reassuring news: Kellan would be fine.

Despite hearing this, Allisons heart remained heavy, her anxiety simmering just beneath the surface.

In life-or-death situations, survival instincts took over.

Allison understood how monumental it had been for Kellan to conquer his own fears and step between her and that knife.

Allison, try not to worry too much, Floyd said, attempting to ease her mind.

Mr.

Lloyds injuries have been addressed, and hell wake up soon.

Floyds voice revealed a mix of surprise and concern he hadnt expected Kellan to go to such lengths for her.

The police finished taking their statements and nodded as they prepared to leave.

Weve got a clear picture now.

The kidnapper has been dealt with by the sniper.

You all handled the situation well, one officer said, glancing at Allisons pale face.

But, given everything youve been through, Id recommend speaking with a therapist.

It might help with any lingering psychological effects.

Okay, Allison replied, her voice flat.

She felt numb inside.

of death, but still played the part of the shocked victim

the officers excused themselves once

Devins death, the ordeal

thing he saw was Allison, her head bent

but found his throat

softly, handing him a glass of warm

Here, drink this.

the water, her mind drifted back to when she had returned

then, it was Kellan who had cared for her, watching

Thanks, Ms.

as he sat up, adjusting

out? Yes, dont worry, she

Devins dead.

He was shot.

that Devin had gotten what

his legs, covered by

wounds he had inflicted on himself under Devins twisted orders, was still fresh in her

serious

hold back her thoughts

to reveal your secret about your legs today? Youve kept it hidden all this time, but now… You know

over something

as

is not

I was

couldnt keep up the

been thinking about when to come clean, and today just felt…

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