Chapter 9 - Elena Wakes Up Weak And Fragile In Arms
The emotional reunion was interrupted by the urgent need for medical attention as Elena swayed in her husband's arms.
“Her pulse is dangerously faint, James. We need to get her to a hospital immediately,” Marcus urged from the doorway.
James scooped Elena up bridal style, carrying her out of the dark concrete vault and into the bright living room.
He placed her gently on the sprawling cream sofa, wrapping his heavy jacket around her frail shoulders to keep her warm.
Elena closed her eyes, breathing in the fresh coastal sea breeze pouring through the open balcony doors with deep gratitude.
“You’re safe now, my love. Nobody will ever touch you again as long as I draw breath,” James vowed fiercely.
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Across the room, Sarah tried to tiptoe toward the front double doors, hoping to slip away unnoticed in the chaos.
Marcus stepped out from the hallway, blocking her path with the immovable stance of a trained federal operative.
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