In the moment Casiano was distracted, a series of blows rained down on his back—
Alla, terrified, let go of his hand, attempting to shield him, but Casiano, regaining his focus, grasped her wrist. Drained of strength, he turned to shield her against the wooden door with his body, becoming a wall of flesh and blood for her protection.
As he held her, someone with a sharp knife suddenly stabbed him in the lower back...
Alla heard his muffled groan, followed by his long hand pressing her head down to prevent her from seeing his current state.
"Alla, it's just for a moment. Someone will come to rescue you soon..."
Don was quick to act; he would arrive soon. As long as Casiano protected Alla, she would definitely be safe here.
He said 'to rescue you,' not 'to rescue us.' This distinction made Alla's face turn deathly pale, her whole body trembling...
"Casiano, let me go..."
