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Shannon almost chuckled softly when she suddenly heard the sound of approaching footsteps. Not only Shannon, Aland also twisted his head. It was Will Smith approaching with his breath caught in his throat.

"What is it, Mr Smith? Did something happen?"

Will nodded. In the next second, the sound of sirens from many police cars immediately echoed in all directions. It was a shock to the system to see so many police parties running for their lives.

"Arthur escaped."

Not surprised, Aland just let out a long breath. He grabbed Shannon's shoulder to get closer so that there would be no more distance.

"Everything will be fine, hun. Please don't ever walk away from me, even for a second."

"It would be best if we got the hell out of here, Aland," Will Smith suggested hesitantly. He still saw many officers combing every corner of the court.

"No," Shannon refused quietly. After all, she didn't want to leave before meeting Lia. "I need to see Lia, Mr Smith. She didn't do anything wrong with your b