Chapter 155

Madelyn mused, ‘Zach’s willingness to go to any lengths to achieve his goals is almost frightening.’

However, a glimmer of optimism surfaced as she considered, “Yet, with Ethan’s support… Maybe I can study overseas after high school. It seems like a better plan. I won’t have to wait for Ventropolis’ annual foreign exchange program.”

“Ethan…” Madelyn’s uncertainty grew as she grappled with how to broach this topic. Her rapport with Ethan was still developing, and she wasn’t sure if she could rely on him for help.

Ethan raised an eyebrow, “Yeah?”

Madelyn’s words stumbled out hesitantly, “I… um…”

Just as Madelyn was about to voice her thoughts, a blinding light suddenly engulfed them.

turned the steering wheel, and George held

a huge truck, heavy as anything, barreling

crash, Madelyn prepared for the worst, squeezing her eyes shut, until a strong, comforting hand pulled her

deep voice came, “You’re safe, no

nestled into his chest, hearing the quick thump of his heart. She realized

was in the same danger, he acted just like Zach, protecting her

memory popped up for Madelyn – the picture of a dog jumping at her when she was small. Zach had shielded her even though he got hurt himself, his arm still showing the

by fear, like nothing could scare him. In Madelyn’s previous life, everyone in Ventropolis knew Zach ruled the city. But even though he had all that power, he kind of ignored his wife, treating her less important than his pet dog, which

“Madelyn…”

to reality at the voice cutting

avoid the oncoming truck, but it resulted in crashing into the

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