Chapter 113

• The moment Brayden tightened his grip on the trigger, ready to end Desmond’s miserable existence, a sudden burst of gunfire erupted outside.
• His focus snapped toward the sound, his body going rigid as the chaos outside grew louder. His instincts screamed at him to check what was happening, but he didn’t lower his weapon right away.
• His eyes flickered back to Desmond, who flinched at the sound of the shots, his face pale with fear.