Chapter 139

• Hazel's declaration seemed to trigger something in Wyatt. "What's happening to me?" he shrieked, struggling against the overwhelming urge to harm her. He desperately shook his head, trying to dispel the burning desire to end her life, but it was a fleeting moment. Amidst this struggle, Wyatt heard another voice echoing in his mind, commanding him mercilessly: "Kill Hazel, Kill Hazel." It was Sybil's voice, urging him toward violence. Wyatt's eyes darkened like a black hole, and he seized Hazel once more. Hazel, staring into his eyes, resigned herself to what she thought would be her final moments. Suddenly, Ruben intervened, striking Wyatt's head with a sharp object, rendering him unconscious and halting his violent actions.
• "Hazel," Ruben gently patted her back.
• "Are you okay?" Hazel coughed heavily, struggling to catch her breath.