Chapter 185

YSABELLE

My hands were shaking while trying to press the gunshot wound in his chest to stop the bleeding, according to Jessica.

But they are not stopping until Dad coughs more blood.

“N-No… No…”

I sobbed painfully, seeing him fighting for his life.

“I love you… my… daughter.” His words broke up, and all he could say were stuttering sounds after that.

I shook my head as I held his hands. “No, no, no. Don't close your eyes, Dad. Please, I'm begging don't close your eyes–” But he suddenly stopped moving. “D-Dad?” I tried to move him by slapping his face lightly, but he's being unresponsive. “No… No… No! Please wake up.” I begged as I hugged him tightly, burying my face on his neck.

But he won't move anymore. His chest stopped pounding and the same with his breathing.

I only cry uncontrollably as I keep blaming myself for being stubborn.

It was my fault… I should have listened to him… I should have just hid behind that goddamn tree.

He promised to stay with me.

He promised not to lea