Chapter 61

As Adrian pulled the trigger, Timothy saw the horror unfold before his eyes. He knew he had to act fast to save his son. Without hesitation, he pushed Evan out of the way and stepped in front of him, taking the bullet himself.

"Evan, get down!" Timothy yelled, his voice echoing through the room.

Evan's eyes widened in shock as he watched his father take the bullet meant for him. He felt a surge of fear and adrenaline as he realized what his father had just done.

"Father, no!" Evan screamed, rushing to his father's side as he fell to the ground.

Timothy's eyes locked onto Evan's, and he smiled weakly. "I had to save you, son," he whispered. "I couldn't let you die."

Evan's tears fell onto his father's face as he held him close. "Why did you do that, Father?" he asked, his voice shaking with emotion.

Timothy's voice was weak, but his words were filled with conviction. "Because I love you, Evan. I couldn't let anything happen to you."

As the reality of the situation set in, Evan's grief