LEONARD’S POV:

I headed back upstairs, where I met Evelyn struggling to put on her heels. I helped her out, and together, we left the room. As we were heading downstairs, a loud noise boomed from outside. Evelyn immediately clung to me, her body trembling with fear. I gently rubbed her palm to assure her that I was there, And she was safe. The noise grew louder, and she turned to me, her wide eyes filled with questions.

Understanding her unspoken words, I simply smiled and led her outside.

“No way,” she whispered, disbelief etched in her voice as her gaze landed on the helicopter waiting outside. She turned to...