Trapped with My Billionaire Ex-Husband by Mariya Mercedes

Chapter 83

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As Catherine barked orders at her men to accelerate the boat, I felt a surge of hope flood my heart at the sight of Sebastian drawing near. Turning to Blaze, I could see the strain etched on his face; his urgent need for medical attention was undeniable. Time was of the essence, and I knew I had to act swiftly.

“Catherine, please, you have to let Blaze go,” I implored, knowing that reasoning with her might be our only chance. With Sebastian closing in, I realized that Catherine might surrender herself without a fight, but Blaze couldn’t afford to wait any longer. I had to try anything to ensure his safety.

But Catherine’s response was swift and merciless. “Shut up! I’ll kill you both before I let you go!” She spat, her gun trained on Blaze.

Instinctively, I positioned my,body to shield Blaze, ready to take the brunt of any harm that might come his way. “If you do that, you’ll lose all your leverage. There’s no way out for you,” I countered, hoping to appeal to her senses.

I could see my words resonating with her, planting seeds of doubt in her mind. Perhaps, just perhaps, there was still a chance to reason with her, to convince her to spare Blaze and allow him to go with Sebastian.

“N-No, no. I will not let you both get out here alive!” she insisted.

“Look around you, Catherine. Unless you want to die with us here, this is your only option. Release Blaze and use me as your hostage. You only need one to get out of here unscratched.”

“Why should I listen to you? How about this? Maybe I should just kill you now and take Blaze as my leverage,” she smirked.

“Can’t you see, Catherine? Blaze doesn’t have much time. If he doesn’t get the medical attention he needs, he could die at any moment. That leaves you nothing. I’m your best chance, Catherine. I’m begging you, let my son go.”

As Catherine’s eyes blazed with determination, she yelled, “Then, let’s all die here together!” Her voice rang out loud over the noise of the engine and the splashing waves.

In that moment, it was clear she was set on her decision, her hold on the gun firm as she readied herself for a final stand. I felt a sinking feeling in my chest as I realized talking her down wasn’t working, and the situation was turning dangerous.

But I wasn’t giving up. With Blaze’s life on the line, I knew I had to figure out a way to outsmart Catherine and keep my son safe. I need to try everything to convince her otherwise.

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“Then all of these go for nothing. If we die, Sebastian will just move on with his life and probably find a new wife,” I said. She’s obsessed with Sebastian. I’m sure she will not allow that to happen.

That’s what I needed-to give her the will to live so she would consider my

advice.

She looked over her shoulder and noticed Sebastian’s team was only a few meters away. She was breathing heavily as she assessed her current situation. It took her a few minutes before she finally decided what to do next.

“Get up!” she ordered me before pointing the gun over my head.

“Allow Blaze to go with Sebastian as soon as possible. He really needs to go to the hospital,” I pleaded once more.

“I said, Shut up! I’ll decide when I’m going to allow him to leave!” She was startled when Sebastian. finally got on the boat. She was shifting the gun between me and Sebastian.

“Let them go, Catherine. It’s me you want, right? Take me. We’ll go wherever you want, just the two of us,” Sebastian said, trying to convince Catherine.

It doesn’t matter which options she chooses; what’s important is that Blaze can get the medical care he needs. My heart was thumping as I waited for Catherine’s decision. Every second counts, and we’re already running out of time.

“Please, Catherine. Let my son go.” I begged her once more.

waved the gun in front of me. She then turned to Sebastian, whose face was filled with fear and worry. “Do you think I’m stu pid, Sebastian? Do you honestly

am choosing you right now. Let them go. We can go far away from here,” Sebastian

away, I knew I’d lost you for good. I came back hoping to reclaim your heart, but when I saw the way you looked at my sister, I knew Blaire had already won you over. Your feelings for me were nothing but guilt and regret. Even when Blaire was gone and you married me,

roll down her cheeks. At the moment, my heart swelled with compassion for her. She was also a victim of circumstances. But it doesn’t justify all

in her voice. She then grabbed

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Sebastian uttered my

saying. I don’t care what happens to me as long

to save both

Sebastian! Just for once, use your brain and save our son!” I

me do this,” he

is our only chance,” I

mockingly. “Can we now move on to the exciting part?” She nodded to one of her men as a signal. He then immediately

realized what it was. I started to panic when the man started putting the jacket wrapped in bombs on

no!”

I went to your

on me, not on

I’m sure I’m safe,” she said, turning towards Sebastian. “Now,

I’m all ears,”

your men to back off,”

weighing his options. My heart raced as I watched him, knowing he was facing an impossible choice. Then he took a deep breath, as if steeling himself for what

men

Your family’s safety is

questions!” Sebastian’s voice was firm, leaving no

have a

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risk my family’s safety. Now, follow my orders and get all our

his team, I watched with a mixture of anxiety and desperation. Every passing second felt like an eternity as I waited for their response, knowing that the fate of my son and me hung

radio crack led to life with the voices of Sebastian’s men. They were torn between their duty to protect us and their orders to comply with Sebastian’s commands. I

prioritize our safety above all else. His words were like a lifeline,

what felt like an eternity, the radio fell silent, signaling the men’s compliance with Sebastian’s orders. Relief washed over me like a

leave the chopper. That’s the one we’ll need,”

the chopper,” Sebastian repeated over the radio. “I did everything you asked for; now

too fast, Romeo. I need to make sure that I’ll be leaving here

Let him go,

you!” she responded, pressing the gun harder

until everyone was gone. It took awhile, but once the other boats chasing us were nowhere to be seen, Catherine signaled Sebastian to have the helicopter draw

adrenaline coursing through my veins. Catherine urged me forward, a sinister smirk playing on her lips as she motioned for me to board the aircraft. With each step closer to the waiting

Every fiber of my being screamed for Sebastian to be careful and to handle the situation with the utmost caution. My hands clenched into

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