Book 1: Chapter 29

Just as her struggles ceased completely, Enzo's voice sliced through the silence. "Now," Enzo ordered. 

Without hesitation, Alejandro stripped off his jacket and dove into the pool. The cold water enveloped him as he swam down to Gabriella's limp form. He wrapped his arm around her waist and kicked upwards, propelling them both towards the surface.

Breaking the water's surface, Alejandro gasped for air, holding Gabriella close. He swam to the edge of the pool and lifted her out, laying her on the cold tiles. He checked for signs of breathing, his hands shaking as he prepared to administer CPR.

Before he could start, Enzo signaled him to step aside. He frowned but complied as Enzo got on his knees in front of Gabriella, he stared at Gabriella for a moment before placing his hand on her chest.

He pushed as hard as he could continuously but Gabriella remained still, he leaned closer and kissed her on the lips and blew air into her lungs, trying to get her t