Chapter 103- Racing against time

The tension in the room grew thicker than the fog outside, as the two men stood there, locked in a silent battle of wills, each waiting for the other to make the first move. Aurora's breaths grew shallower, her eyes fading as the pressure on her throat increased.

And then, just as suddenly as it had begun, the sound of gunfire erupted through the air. One of Lucas's guards burst through the door, his weapon smoking, his eyes wide with panic. He aimed directly ...