~ASHTON~

I didn't know exactly what was happening to me earlier; I've never experienced such intense fear for another person's safety before, like I did for Hazel just a moment ago. The instant I realized she was in danger, I couldn't quite explain how I felt, but it was as if my whole life was flashing before my eyes. All I could think about was getting to her as quickly as possible.

Then upon finally reaching her, I recall holding her in my arms, my chest pounding, desperate to protect ...