My heart was about to jump out of my chest. But then I heard Brandon groan.

Taking advantage of his weakened grip, I broke free from his arms. I saw his wrist hanging limp, and his gun falling to the ground.

I was stunned.

I stumbled back two steps but didn't feel any relief.

"Sophia."

Derek strode over and held me tight against him.

I finally found my thoughts again. "Derek..."

All the anxiety and tension of this day, all the negative emotions, ...