Chapter 24 ~ Escape
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"They're chasing us," Leonard said, glancing behind.

Dirk tried to fire shots through the window, assisted by Martin from the other side in the back seat.

"They really won’t give up," Rafael muttered, focused on driving.

"What did you expect? NextWave doesn’t mess around," Leonard replied, firing another shot.

"Martin, cover the left side!" Dirk commanded.

Martin nodded, firing at the enemy car attempting to cut them off. "Damn, they’re like an action movie. When will they run out of people?"

Elena, sitting beside Martin, had a serious expression. "We need a better plan than just running like this."

Rafael smirked. "I have an idea. Hold on tight."

He jerked the wheel to the right, entering a narrow road filled with sharp turns. The tires screeched loudly against the asphalt.

"El, what the hell are you doing?" Dirk shouted in panic.

"Taking them to a field where I have the advantage," Rafael said calmly.

"Damn it! My body is getting crushed back here," Elena groaned as she held Ivory i
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