Chapter 261: Run for Your Life (Katelyn's POV)

(Katelyn's POV)

The fear flashed in his eyes and something inside me clicked. He was afraid of me.

This was my chance. My only chance.

I swallowed hard, forcing the nausea to the back of my mind as I decided to take the opportunity to act before it slipped past me. If I was going to do this, it had to be now. I couldn’t afford to hesitate.

With as much control as I could muster, I turned away from Harlan and made my way toward Jenna, every step I took deliberate and steady.

I had the power now. I was the one in control of this situation. I was the one to be feared.

Bending down beside Jenna, I took her cold hand. The rain continued to pour, soaking us both, but I ignored it. Instead, I leaned in close to her, whispering, “It’s going to be okay now, Jen. I swear.” My voice cracked with emotion as tears filled my eyes at the sight of her. She smiled weakly, but then, in an instant, the smile fell.

Just as quickly as my hope had blossomed, it was torn away.

Pain shot through the back of m