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CHAPTER 34

Author: Six Cats
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-31 21:20:10

Isla's POV

I rushed to Adrian’s side, tearing a strip of cloth from my shirt to wrap around his leg. Blood soaked through the makeshift bandage immediately, but I had to do something. I had already given away my only medicine to Lucas.

I could feel his eyes on me the whole time, watching me closely. I didn’t dare to meet his gaze.

"Why did you rush like that?" I muttered, "Why didn’t you wait for backup?"

He groaned as I wrapped his leg. "Didn’t think I would need it."

I shot him a glare. "Well, clearly not considering..."

But before I could finish, Adrian’s hand grabbed mine, stopping me.

"Why were you out here with Lucas at night?" His voice was sharp, barely containing his anger. His eyes burned into mine, demanding an answer.

I stiffened, trying to pull my hand free. But his grip only tightened. "I wasn’t with him. I was chasing the shadow," I replied, frustration rising.

His gaze didn’t soften. "So how was Lucas with you? Do you think I am stupid, Isla?"

I shot him a look. "Mayb
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