AURORAThe shots kept coming, passing over the cars that we shielded our bodies with.“I don't think these guys are professional,” Madeline said.“No, they just want to hit something,” I gave a sigh of relief when we heard the police siren.“They seem to have stopped,” Madeline said, getting up.“No, stay down Madeline,” I brought her down immediately and another round of bullets went through our heads.“That was too close,” she said, breathing heavily.“Until the cops get here, we don't move,” I said to her.She nodded fidgeting. Madeline's eyes were wide with fear, her gaze darting back and forth between the cars and the surrounding buildings. I held her tight, trying to shield her from harm."Stay calm, they'll be here soon," I whispered, trying to reassure her.The sirens grew louder, and I could see the flashing lights reflecting off the nearby windows. The shooters seemed to sense the approaching police, too, and their gunfire slowed to less erratic shots.Suddenly, the firing s
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