Christopher's eyes widened in alarm, and he rushed toward her with urgency.
In the split second before Abigail's body could hit the ground, Christopher encircled his arms around her and securely pulled her toward him. His heart raced at the realization of the dire consequences that could have befallen Abigail.
Time stood still as they hugged tightly, their hearts pounding in tandem. It was a moment of pure panic, fear, and adrenaline.
Outside the house, the sounds of battle continued to rage. Sebastian and his team were engaged in a fierce fight, taking down their enemies with brutal efficiency. The backup team had also arrived by that time, boosting their confidence. The previously exuberant enemies were now fleeing in fear for their lives, but they found themselves surrounded and trapped.
