Chapter 144. A Bad Idea

CHARLOTTE

Twelve misses.

In a row.

I dropped the rifle slowly and let out the deepest exhale of my life. When I turned, Leo was just walking back toward me, a small paper bag of snacks in his hand.

I didn’t even know when he’d stepped out to get them.

He paused when he realized I was still battling with the game like a stubborn gladiator refusing to accept defeat.

By the time he reached me, I let the rifle hang loosely at my side, my spirit already in shambles.

I turned toward him like a defeated warrior returning from battle and looked up at him with a pout.

“…Baby?”

“Yes?” he answered softly, already fighting a smile as he set the snacks aside.

I stepped closer, gripping his sleeve gently.

“Please help me.”

He brushed my cheek with his thumb. “You sure?”

“Yes. I surrender. Destroy the targets. Do it for your Queen. I’m counting on you.”

He nodded solemnly. “As you command.”

I handed him the r