She had been through something like this before, only that last time she had to endure it alone, feeling scared, helpless and facing the fear of death.

However, there was someone who could disregard his own life and remain by her side in such a dangerous moment this time, giving her a spiritual shock.

Her body was hot, and her heart was beating.

Without consulting her, Joan cupped her face and kissed her dry lips.

Amanda's eyes snapped open. And after a brief moment of dismay, she accepted it delightfully. She gave him a response with the only little strength she had.

The wind blew, and a cluster of flames burned towards them.

Joan blocked the fire with his own body.

Amanda wanted to say no, but her voice could no longer be heard.

Joan's face was right in front of her…

The so-called luck was probably when the one who loved you didn't give up nor abandon you in such desperate times.

Atwood arrived with his men, put out the fire and saved Amanda and Joan.

Jessica was also taken to the hospital for treatment.

her body, except that her voice was hoarse after choking on

first thing she asked when she opened her eyes

asked, "Is it the man who was brought

She nodded.

was too sore at the moment

his injuries were not life-threatening, just the wounds on his body would take some time to recuperate. And also, there would be scars on his

had no idea how she had been rescued. When she visited Jessica, she saw Atwood sitting

over

"Why are you here?"

was her, stood up, saying, "I'm

you

immediately denied it. Not only did he not admit it, but he also shifted the blame to Hilary, "It was all her doing. I accidentally discovered it and so I came to save you guys in

lowered his head sheepishly as he

could he dare to admit now that he had something to do with this matter. His plans fell behind changes. Everything he had hoped for didn't happen at all. He couldn't contact Stanford, nor he could find out

gain favour for Stanford in front of Amanda. However, he had given that opportunity

men to save the others, he saw Joan shielding Amanda from the fire with his own body

all shook up

into his own hands and hadn't discussed it with Stanford in advance. He blamed himself in

"About this…"

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