Chapter 27. Stay Quiet

Shimma’s POV

I climbed onto the toilet, peeking out the window. Once I saw it was clear, I threw the backpack first. I heard it land on the ground, and I knew it was time to jump.

I struggled to climb out of the window because it was a little high. With determination and a willingness to get out of there, I finally managed to climb onto the windowsill.

I squeezed myself through, jumping and landing on the ground on my feet. But then—

“Arghhhh!” I screamed, placing my hand on my belly because I felt a painful contraction.

I took a deep breath, trying so hard not to scream even louder. It was painful—so freaking painful!

I rubbed my belly, breathing in and out as I tried to calm myself. I hoped my babies were alright. “Stay strong, little ones,” I whispe